Commissioning Engineer /Technician – HVDC Switchgear Control

About the Position

At RDT, we develop comprehensive engineering and information technology solutions, providing our clients with agility, flexibility, excellence, and an innovative approach. We are currently looking for a Commissioning Engineer /Technician – HVDC Switchgear Control for our Centre of Excellence of Advanced Engineering, located in Forchheim, Germany.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware and software testing, including customer acceptance, at our test center in Germany and at HVDC sites worldwide.
• Configure, test, and commission field control devices for HVDC switchgear.
• Troubleshoot technical issues independently and support our Software Engineering team.
• Support commissioning management with quality, risk, and claim management, as well as continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate and monitor schedules and progress within your area of responsibility.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a comparable qualification, or a technical qualification with relevant experience.
• Strong professional experience in the commissioning of field control devices, ideally SIPROTEC 5 with DIGSI 5.
• Good knowledge of high-voltage and switchgear technology, including interlocking logic and sequence testing.
• Knowledge of protection systems/protection relays and experience with OMICRON test equipment is a plus.
• Certified Electrical Specialist (EFK) qualification.
• Good command of English; German is a plus.
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel internationally.
• Willingness to undertake predominantly long-term assignments at domestic and international construction sites, with optional offshore assignments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, initiative, decision-making ability, and a positive approach to conflict resolution.

We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Be part of a global team with offices in multiple countries.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

About the Company

RDT is an innovative business group specializing in advanced engineering and information technologies, with offices in 10 countries and more than 1,800 professionals. Our cutting-edge approach allows us to develop high-impact solutions based on technical excellence, agility, and reliability.

We operate in key industries such as aeronautics, automotive, energy, oil & gas, defense, electronics, healthcare, retail, construction, railway, and food. We guarantee efficient, tailor-made projects with end-to-end solutions.

We structure our expertise through 13 Centers of Excellence, specializing in advanced engineering, Industry 4.0, simulation, software, sensor technology, electronics, digital strategy, sustainability, and innovation. These centers drive cutting-edge technological solutions and process optimization.

With a strong commitment to innovation and human talent, RDT establishes itself as a strategic partner in multiple industries and a place where engineers can truly enjoy their profession.

· Our purpose is to help engineers enjoy engineering ·