Electrical Commissioning Engineer – Substations

INP Schweiz AG

Electrical Commissioning Engineer commissioning HV substations and testing protection and BoP systems. Supporting INP Schweiz’s engineering services through energization and system start-up.

Posted 8/21/2026contractTurgi • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commissioning electrical power systems, including HV substations and associated equipment, while ensuring compliance with specifications and industry standards. Proficient in testing and first energization of electrical systems, with a strong foundation in IEC 61850 and protection systems.

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Commissioning Of Substation Protection SystemsKnowledge Of IEC 61850Testing Of Electrical BoP SystemsFirst Energizations And System Start-UpValid Work Permit For Europe

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Hard Skills

Commissioning Of Electrical Power SystemsTesting Of TransformersTesting Of UPSTesting Of LV/MV SwitchgearCommissioning Of Primary Equipment

Soft Skills

Team PlayerFocused Working StyleIndependent Working StyleAbility To Communicate In English

Industry Keywords

HV SubstationsDistance ProtectionTransformer ProtectionPower GeneratorSynCons

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Carry out commissioning of electrical power systems in HV Substations
Perform testing of electrical BoP systems, including transformers, UPS, and LV/MV switchgear
Execute commissioning procedures in accordance with specifications and instructions
Carry out first energizations and system start-up

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in commissioning of substation protection systems
Solid knowledge of IEC 61850, distance protection, transformer protection, etc.
Know-how in commissioning of primary equipment (LV/MV switchgear, transformers, etc.)
Willingness to be trained in additional industries (e.g. power generator, SynCons, etc.)
Team player with a focused and independent working style
Ability to communicate in English
Valid work permit for Europe

Benefits

Comp & perks

INP will support you in expanding your technical horizon and provide hands-on technical trainings
Focus on long term and building of your career as technical expert
Multiple type of contractual agreements, primarily based on your preference
Flexible and individual planning of time off depending on your needs
Collaborate with a team of Commissioning experts of various backgrounds, share and contribute from profound technical know-how
Healthy balance between work and personal life
Flexible working hours
Respect for personal time
Great work-life balance
Family-like atmosphere
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