Commissioning Engineer /Technician – HVDC Switchgear Control

At RDT we develop global engineering and information technology solutions that allow our clients to gain a competitive advantage in the development of projects with advanced technological components. We offer our clients agility, flexibility, excellence and a cutting-edge approach from a sustainable and lasting perspective, positioning ourselves as a trusted strategic partner. We work in sectors such as Aeronautics, Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Industrial, Petrochemical, Capital Goods, Consumer Goods and many more. Our trajectory is marked by a passion for engineering in whose positive impact we believe for the resolution of our clients' and society's challenges, starting from a close reality towards an international vision. RDT has offices in Spain, France, United Kingdom, Denmark, Portugal, Sweden, Mexico and Morocco, having carried out projects all over the world and with a global projection. We currently have a team of + 2.000 people, and we have an average annual growth of 18% in turnover since RDT was founded in 2006, reaching 120 million euros by 2024.

We are currently looking for a Inbetriebsetzungsingenieur/-techniker (m/w/d) für HGÜSchaltanlagensteuerung for our Centre of Excellence of Advanced Engineering.

This profile will be located in Forchheim, Germany.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform hardware and software testing, including customer acceptance, at our test center in Germany and at HVDC sites worldwide.

• Configure, test and commission field control devices for HVDC switchgear.

• Troubleshoot technical issues independently and support our Software Engineering team.

• Support commissioning management with quality, risk and claim management, as well as continuous improvement activities.

• Coordinate and monitor schedules and progress within your area of responsibility.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering or a comparable qualification, or a technical qualification with relevant experience.

• Strong professional experience in the commissioning of field control devices, ideally SIPROTEC 5 with DIGSI 5.

• Good knowledge of high-voltage and switchgear technology, including interlocking logic and sequence testing.

• Knowledge of protection systems/protection relays and experience with OMICRON test equipment is a plus.

• Certified Electrical Specialist (EFK) qualification.

• Good command of English; German is a plus.

• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel internationally.

• Willingness to undertake predominantly long-term assignments at domestic and international construction sites, with optional offshore assignments.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills, initiative, decision-making ability and a positive approach to conflict resolution.