For complex generator and emergency power systems, a specialized company is looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer with a strong electrical background and hands-on commissioning experience. You will be responsible for testing, commissioning, and technically delivering complete emergency power installations.
This is a practical engineering role: you work directly on the systems, analyze faults, verify electrical connections and settings, troubleshoot generator control systems, and ensure the installation performs as intended. Approximately 70% of your work will take place at international project locations.
What you will do.
- Commission and test complete generator and emergency power systems;
- Read and interpret electrical schematics;
- Make and verify electrical connections;
- Diagnose and resolve electrical faults;
- Configure, test, and troubleshoot generator control systems;
- Perform functional and performance tests;
- Identify technical issues and solve them on site;
- Work closely with engineering, project management, and customers;
- Act as the technical point of contact during commissioning.
What they are looking for. You have a strong practical background in electrical engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience as a:
- Commissioning Engineer;
- Field Service Engineer;
- Electrical Service Engineer;
- or experienced Troubleshooting Engineer.
In addition, you have:
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems and components;
- Experience with electrical fault finding;
- Experience reading and analyzing electrical schematics;
- Hands-on experience with electrical connections;
- Experience with generator control systems.
Experience with at least one of the following systems is required:
- DEIF
- ComAp
- Deep Sea Electronics (DSE)
Experience with diesel engines and diesel generator systems is a strong advantage. You also:
- Speak and write English fluently;
- Are willing to travel internationally for approximately 70% of your working time;
- Have relevant work experience in the Netherlands and are familiar with Dutch and European standards and working practices;
- Communicate professionally with customers and project stakeholders.
Profile
This is a hands-on commissioning role. They are not looking for someone whose experience is mainly focused on:
- PLC programming only;
- SCADA or monitoring systems;
- Siemens, Schneider, or ABB automation environments without genset experience;
- Project coordination without substantial hands-on commissioning experience.
They are specifically looking for engineers who understand generator systems, electrical commissioning, and troubleshooting, and who enjoy solving technical problems on site. The assignment is open to professionals seeking a permanent career move as well as experienced interim/freelance professionals.
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