Description

Senior system engineer designing and implementing SCADA systems for high- and medium-voltage substation automation, with technical project responsibility from concept to commissioning.

Tasks

  • Design SCADA systems for substations based on IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5, Modbus, DNP, OPC protocols
  • Develop system and network architectures integrating RTU, gateway, protection and automation systems
  • Configure Ethernet-based communication networks and project-specific software applications
  • Execute system, integration and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
  • Support commissioning and service interventions at customer sites, mainly in Switzerland
  • Advise customers on automation and communication solutions and own technical project scope
  • Prepare technical specifications, test documentation and training manuals

Profile

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Automation Engineering or comparable
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in power automation, substation automation, SCADA or RTU systems
  • Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols, network architectures and cybersecurity in critical infrastructure
  • Experience with IEC 61850-based systems and integration of protection, control and automation systems
  • Experience in technical project coordination, FAT, commissioning and customer training
  • Excellent written and spoken English; German is an advantage but not required

Offer

  • 3–6 months interim, then a permanent position
  • Workload 80–100%

Company

Energy supply