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Opportunity
As a SCADA/RTU Commissioning Engineer, you will join our Grid Automation Systems team in Baden, Switzerland. In this role, you will oversee the commissioning of substation automation systems for medium‑complexity assignments, ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with contract requirements, quality standards, and safety expectations.
Responsibilities
Carry out testing and commissioning of substation automation systems at customer sites in Switzerland and abroad, while actively supporting the Service Management team
Execute commissioning activities safely, following all Hitachi Energy and customer safety standards; report hazards and near misses to support continuous improvement
Perform commissioning tasks according to defined process descriptions and checklists; coordinate closely with engineering and project management teams
Identify, track, and resolve open points, ensuring customer sign‑off before site demobilization
Report site progress and planning updates; ensure efficient use of commissioning tools and test equipment
Provide marked‑up drawings to engineering for preparing as‑built documentation and final submissions
Support planning and implementation of commissioning activities
Implement design changes and provide mark‑ups for as‑built project documentation
Coordinate site activities required to finalize customer acceptance certification
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
4+ years of experience as a commissioning engineer for automation systems and related products
Strong knowledge of substation SCADA/RTU systems, HMI principles, and Hitachi Energy products; understanding of protection philosophies
Basic knowledge of communication protocols such as IEC 61850, LON, IEC 101–104, DNP; ability to read schematic drawings and identify discrepancies; strong problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution skills
Familiarity with engineering toolchains typical for SAS/SCADA (IET600, PCM600, MicroSCADA); willingness to learn across SCADA, RTU, networking, and cybersecurity topics
Strong communication and presentation skills
Proficiency in spoken and written English, German is preferred
About Hitachi Energy
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