Commissioning Engineer – Emergency Power & Generator Systems

Datacenter People LLC; IJmuiden; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Datacenter People LLC in IJmuiden, Netherlands, leads commissioning of emergency power and CHP systems for critical infrastructure. You will perform FAT/SAT, test generators, and manage the in-house generator control system, ensuring flawless synchronization and safe operation.

Seeking a hands-on engineer with 5+ years in testing/commissioning, PLC/ComAp experience, and willingness to travel ~70% abroad. German and English fluency are required to collaborate with international teams.

Qualifications

• MBO level 4 education in a relevant field.
• Fluent in German and English (conversational).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in testing and commissioning.
• Experience with wind farms, oil & gas, mobile power solutions.
• Knowledge of programming and modifying PLCs and ComAp systems.
• Deep knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, preferably in emergency generators or CHP.

Responsibilities

• Make technical decisions based on data, guidelines, and experience.
• Work with project, design, and installation teams; ensure regulatory compliance and perform detailed performance tests.
• Act as the main contact for customers on technical questions about installation and FAT/SAT preparation and reporting.
• Perform structured testing on generators and verify system correctness and safety.
• Analyse technical issues during testing and provide targeted solutions.
• Manage automatic changeover between main and emergency power in generator control system.
• Diagnose faults via detailed data logging to ensure reliable operation of emergency power installations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards and project requirements in emergency power systems.
• Commissioning of fuel systems and full commissioning of urea systems.
• Document all test results and processes in reports meeting project requirements.

Skills

PLC programming

ComAp systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Testing & commissioning

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

German language

English language

Willingness to travel

Education

MBO level 4 education

Job description

Datacenter People LLC in IJmuiden, Netherlands, leads commissioning of emergency power and CHP systems for critical infrastructure. You will perform FAT/SAT, test generators, and manage the in-house generator control system, ensuring flawless synchronization and safe operation.

Seeking a hands-on engineer with 5+ years in testing/commissioning, PLC/ComAp experience, and willingness to travel ~70% abroad. German and English fluency are required to collaborate with international teams.