Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Substations

INP Schweiz AG; Indiana (PA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

INP Schweiz AG seeks a commissioning engineer to support electrical power systems in high-voltage substations. You will execute commissioning activities per project specs and contribute to first energizations on complex equipment.

Candidates should have hands-on experience with protection systems, IEC 61850, and primary equipment such as LV/MV switchgear and transformers, with ability to communicate in English. Europe work permit may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in commissioning of substation protection systems.
• Solid knowledge of IEC 61850, distance protection, transformer protection.
• Know-how in commissioning of primary equipment (LV/MV switchgear, transformers).
• Willingness to be trained in additional industries (e.g. power generator, SynCons, etc.).
• Team player with a focused and independent working style.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Valid work permit for Europe.

Responsibilities

• Carry out commissioning of electrical power systems in HV Substations
• Perform testing of electrical BoP systems (transformers, UPS, LV/MV switchgear) and protection systems
• Execute commissioning procedures in accordance with specifications and instructions
• Carry out first energizations and system start-up

Skills

IEC 61850

Substation protection

English communication

Tools

Protection testing equipment

Transformer protection

HV testing equipment

Job description

• Carry out commissioning of electrical power systems in HV Substations
• Perform testing of electrical BoP systems (transformers, UPS, LV/MV switchgear) and protection systems
• Execute commissioning procedures in accordance with specifications and instructions
• Carry out first energizations and system start-up

How you can help us

• Experience in commissioning of substation protection systems
• Solid knowledge of IEC 61850, distance protection, transformer protection, etc.
• Know-how in commissioning of primary equipment (LV/MV switchgear, transformers, etc.)
• Willingness to be trained in additional industries (e.g. power generator, SynCons, etc.)
• Team player with a focused and independent working style
• Ability to communicate in English
• Valid work permit for Europe

What's in it for you?

• We will support you in expanding your technical horizon and also provide hands-on technical trainings
• Focus on long term and building of your career as technical expert
• Multiple type of contractual agreements, primarily based on your preference
• Flexible and individual planning of time off depending on your needs
• Collaborate with a team of Commissioning experts of various backgrounds, share and contribute from profound technical know-how
• Over the last 20 years, we have grown from a handful of visionaries to more than 100 professionals
• We have kept our family spirit and look after each other
• Only well-informed employees can deliver optimal performance. That is why we regularly provide transparent information
• You can find out more about the advantages of working with INP Schweiz here.

Nice to have you here. Thank you for your interest.

¡Hola! I'm Matias Chacon , Division Manager at INP Schweiz. With over 15 years of experience, both on-site and in the back office, I know exactly what matters in our projects and how to tackle things successfully. My Chilean roots? They bring a good dose of openness and joy into everything I do.
At INP Schweiz, we are true fans of long-term relationships – with our employees and our clients. Baltic Power , WATL & EATL and Püssi - Grid Stabiliser are just three examples of our diverse project portfolio. Trust and competence are our top values. We nurture young talents but we also value the expertise of our experienced colleagues.
Our work culture is just right for those who appreciate a healthy balance between work and personal life. Flexible working hours, respect for personal time and a great work-life balance are integral to us. And because I'm a passionate hockey player, I bring a lot of teamwork outside of work too - perfect for our dynamic, family-like atmosphere.
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