Operations Engineer - Switchgear Monitoring

About the role

Siemens Energy is looking for an Operations Engineer in its Grid Enhancing Technologies Operations Team, focused on Switchgear Condition Monitoring solutions such as Partial Discharge, Gas Density and Circuit Breaker Monitoring. The engineer produces electrical engineering deliverables like detailed drawings and schematics and integrates them into project documentation, working with signals and interfaces from third-party panels and systems installed in substations.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare electrical design deliverables: wiring/loop diagrams, system architecture, schematics, panel arrangements, cable lists and BOMs.
• Integrate Switchgear Condition Monitoring solutions into AIS/GIS projects, compatible with project drawings and site interfaces.
• Review customer single-line diagrams and technical specifications, take part in design reviews and manage documentation revisions (For Approval, For Construction, As-Built).
• Develop installation, commissioning and field wiring documentation.
• Apply digital substation practices, configure protocols such as IEC 61850, Modbus, IEC 60870-5-104, DNP3 and OPC UA, and size and verify AC/DC power distribution and thermal performance of panels.
• Support FAT/SAT, commissioning and As-Built data updates.
• Work with Quality (PPM) on standards compliance and with Marketing & Sales on deliverable updates.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Power Systems or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering for industrial or utility projects; motivated graduates with strong technical skills are welcome.
• Knowledge of high voltage systems and substation automation, with familiarity in IEC 61850 and other protocols as a plus.
• Ability to read and produce electrical schematics and layouts, with basic knowledge of thermal and electrical load calculations.
• Strong written and spoken English and a hands-on mentality.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD.
• Experience with engineering tools such as database management and SAP is an advantage.

What we offer

• Meaningful projects and opportunities for career growth.
• International environment and a pension fund.
• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home.
• Canteen or meal allowances.