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Protection Testing Engineer – Medium-Voltage Systems m/f/d

Aufgaben

• Performing functional tests and parameterization of protection relays and protection devices in medium-voltage systems
• Reviewing and optimizing protection settings (overcurrent, earth-fault, and distance protection) to ensure safe system operation
• Independently troubleshooting and rectifying faults in protection devices and protection systems
• Analyzing and documenting switching operations and protection trips to identify root causes of faults and malfunctions
• Performing final acceptance tests and commissioning tests on new protection systems prior to commissioning
• Preparing condition reports and developing recommendations for optimizing protection technology
• Working closely with engineers, technicians, and operations personnel to ensure smooth integration and maintenance of protection systems
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant safety regulations and technical standards, e.g. VDE and IEC
• Performing electrical inspections and tests in accordance with applicable DGUV regulations and DIN VDE 0100 standards

Profil

• Completed vocational training, further qualification as a Technician/Master Craftsman m/f/d, or a degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a comparable field
• Strong knowledge of protection and control technology, particularly in the use of protection systems for medium-voltage systems (approx. 10 kV to 36 kV and above)
• Professional experience in protection technology, ideally in the field of medium-voltage systems
• Confident handling of protection concepts such as overcurrent, earth-fault, and distance protection, including their application and optimization
• Good knowledge of relevant safety regulations and technical standards, with the ability to consistently implement them in practice
• Structured, meticulous, and independent approach to work, particularly in planning, testing, and documentation
• Valid Class B driving licence
• Ability to work at heights and willingness to travel throughout Germany

Wir bieten

• The opportunity to actively contribute to the energy transition
• A high degree of responsibility and creative freedom within a motivated and growing team
• Varied assignments outdoors, with great views – quite literally
• Independent work and diverse responsibilities
• Permanent employment contract with up to 30 days of paid vacation
• Attractive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package
• Individual health and wellbeing support, including corporate fitness and bicycle leasing
• Company Social Services
• High-quality personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools
• Good people know good people – employee referral program
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities