Senior Commissioning Engineer · Hybrid

Location:

Region: North Rhine-Westphalia
Country: Germany

Role:

  • Industry: Engineering
  • Job Type: Permanent
Working Arrangement: Hybrid
Salary: Negotiable

Application Details:

Start Date: ASAP
Expiry Date: 26/07/2026
Job Reference: JBTCAA22

Senior Commissioning Engineer · Hybrid

Lead Commissioning Role - High-Voltage Substations & Grid Connection Projects - North-Rhine Westphalia - Competitive Salary & Bonus Scheme - ASAP Start

One of our best clients are looking for an experienced commissioning engineer to work on their key High-Voltage Substation projects across Germany. Our client are working with the leading TSO's within Germany, currently assisting on two of the largest energy infrastructure projects in Europe.

 

Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer to oversee commissioning activities for high-voltage (HV) substation and grid connection projects across Germany. This role involves taking technical and leadership responsibility for commissioning strategy, execution, and stakeholder coordination on complex transmission and renewable integration projects.

The successful candidate will act as the commissioning authority on site, ensuring safe energisation, compliance with German grid standards, and successful project delivery.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the full commissioning lifecycle for HV substation projects (typically 10kV–400kV).
  • Act as the primary interface between EPC contractors, clients, OEMs, and German TSOs/DSOs (e.g. TenneT, 50Hertz, Amprion, TransnetBW).
  • Supervise and coordinate commissioning teams, including internal engineers, subcontractors, and specialists.
  • Define commissioning strategies, schedules, and resource planning aligned with project milestones.
  • Provide technical leadership and decision-making during critical energisation phases.
  • Take ownership of HSE compliance on-site, ensuring adherence to relevant German regulations

Technical Responsibilities

  • Oversee and perform commissioning of:
  • Power transformers
  • GIS/AIS switchgear
  • Protection & control systems
  • HV/MV cable systems
  • Auxiliary and DC systems
  • Lead protection relay testing and validation, including scheme checks and coordination studies.
  • Review and approve test procedures, method statements, and commissioning documentation.
  • Drive end-to-end system testing, including SCADA, communication protocols (IEC 61850), and grid interface verification.
  • Ensure full compliance with German grid codes, VDE/DIN/IEC standards, and client specifications.
  • Manage and execute energisation planning and switching operations where authorised.

Stakeholder & Client Management

  • Lead technical discussions with TSOs/DSOs and regulatory bodies regarding grid compliance and energisation approvals.
  • Provide regular updates to project management and clients on commissioning progress, risks, and mitigation actions.
  • Support project delivery teams with risk management and troubleshooting.

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • HV authorisation / switching certification strongly preferred.
  • Significant experience (5 + years) in commissioning HV substations or transmission infrastructure.
  • Proven track record in a lead or senior role on grid connection or transmission projects.
  • Experience on renewable grid integration (wind, solar, BESS) or HVDC projects is highly desirable.
  • Strong hands-on experience with testing equipment (e.g. Omicron)
  • Strong English skills & professional level of German

 

Interviews are commencing from Monday of next week. It is a two-stage process, the first being a call over Teams with the Head of the Electrical Engineering department, the second being a fully paid visit to one of their sites across Germany.

 

If you are interested in this role, apply below or send your CV to contact@g2recruitment.com

g2 Recruitment are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

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