Commissioning Engineer - International Emergency Power

FairPlay Engineering BV; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FairPlay Engineering BV seeks a Commissioning Engineer for Emergency Power Systems to join a highly skilled technical team.

You will be responsible for commissioning, testing, verification, and optimization of complete emergency power installations, including generators, engines, switchgear, and control systems.

The role involves 70% international travel, working on projects across the Netherlands and abroad with emphasis on safety, standards, and successful project handovers.

Qualifications

• MBO Level 4
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Commissioning Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Troubleshooting Technician, or similar role.
• Strong electrical engineering background.
• Proven ability to read electrical schematics and perform fault diagnostics.
• Solid knowledge of electrical components and hands-on experience with electrical connections and installations.
• Experience with at least one generator control system such as DEIF, ComAp, or Deep Sea Electronics (DSE).
• Good command of the English language, both spoken and written.
• Willingness to travel internationally for approximately 70% of the time.
• Residence within approximately 1.5 hours' travel distance from IJmuiden.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, execute, and document FATs and SATs.
• Perform structured testing and verification of generators and complete emergency power systems.
• Analyze technical issues during commissioning and implement effective, fact-based solutions.
• Work with generator control systems to manage automatic transfer between utility power and backup power.
• Configure and test synchronization of multiple generators for seamless operation.
• Utilize data logging to diagnose faults and optimize system performance.
• Commission fuel systems and verify correct operation.
• Commission complete urea (AdBlue) systems.
• Ensure installations comply with standards, specifications, and project requirements.
• Prepare detailed commissioning reports, test documentation, and system validation records.
• This position offers a high degree of autonomy and exposure to international projects.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

Commissioning

Field service

Generator control systems

International travel

English proficiency

Documentation

Education

MBO Level 4

Tools

DEIF

ComAp

DSE

Job description

FairPlay Engineering BV seeks a Commissioning Engineer for Emergency Power Systems to join a highly skilled technical team.

You will be responsible for commissioning, testing, verification, and optimization of complete emergency power installations, including generators, engines, switchgear, and control systems.

The role involves 70% international travel, working on projects across the Netherlands and abroad with emphasis on safety, standards, and successful project handovers.