Commissioning Engineer / Technician (m/f/d) – 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 Commissioning Engineer / Technician (m/f/d) – HVDC Switchgear Control for our CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE OF ADVANCED ENGINEERING. This profile will be located in Forchheim, Germany.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Test hardware and software, including customer acceptance tests, in our test center in Germany and at HVDC sites worldwide.
• Configure, test and commission control devices for HVDC switchgear.
• Solve technical problems independently and work closely with our Software Engineering team.
• Support commissioning management with quality, risk and claim management, as well as improvement activities.
• Plan and monitor schedules and project progress in your area.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering or a similar field, or relevant technical training and experience.
• Experience in commissioning control devices, ideally with SIPROTEC 5 and DIGSI 5.
• Good knowledge of high-voltage and switchgear technology, including interlocking and sequence testing.
• Knowledge of protection systems and relays; experience with OMICRON is a plus.
• Good English skills; German is a plus.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel internationally.
• Willingness to work mainly on long-term assignments at construction sites in Germany and abroad, with possible offshore assignments.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, a proactive attitude, good decision-making skills and a positive approach to solving conflicts.