Commissioning Engineer (MV/LV Switchgear & Protection)
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Job Title: Commissioning Engineer (MV/LV Switchgear & Protection) Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Commissioning Engineer –Abu Dhabi, UAE We know that a business only thrives if our people are thriving.
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Job Title: Commissioning Engineer (MV/LV Switchgear & Protection)
Commissioning Engineer –Abu Dhabi, UAE
- We know that a business only thrives if our people are thriving.
- That’s why we always put our people first.
- Our global and diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in many ways.
- Who knows where our joint journey will take you?
- Siemens strongly believes in the value of a Digital Portfolio; hence Smart Infrastructure combines Digital Power Distribution and Digital Building Infrastructure technologies.
- Our Digital Portfolio will enable our customers to enjoy occupants’ intuitive buildings which are comfortable, safe, secure and energy efficient.
- Smart infrastructure thoughtfully connects energy systems, buildings and industries to adapt and evolve the way we live and work.
- We work together with customers and partners to build an ecosystem that intuitively responds to the needs of people and helps customers to better use resources.
- It helps our customers to thrive, communities to progress and supports sustainable development.
- Join our Smart Infrastructure Customer Service Team as Utilities / Oil & Gas Substations MV / LV Switchgear & Protection Commissioning Engineer.
- You ‘ll make a difference by
- Installation, Testing & Commissioning of electrical power system equipment such as MV / LV Switchgears, Protection Relays, Control & Protection Panels etc. in power plants and substations (Utilities, O&G and Industrial Market)
- Conducting testing & commissioning of MV/LV switchgears, Power & Distribution Transformers, Current Transformers, Voltage Transformers and various types of Main / Back up / Bus bar Protection relays.
- Fault Trouble shooting and Analysis for Switchgears, Protection Relays / Systems
- Preparing Method Statement, preparation of NCR / Incident / RCA reports etc.
- Supporting Engineering Manager, project manager for site planning and execution topics before site mobilization
- Training of Operating Personnel at site for commissioned Electrical Equipment
- Following HSE principles and guidelines is a must. Show responsibility at site by adhering to HSE of Siemens / Main contractor.
Your Qualifications And Skills
- Bachelor Engineering degree from local or international University or Technical Institute in Electrical / Electronic Engineering disciplines
- You Bring with a proven experience working in Utilities, Oil and Gas Industry
- Min 5 years’ hands-on experience with Installation, testing & commissioning of MV/LV switchgears, Power & Distribution Transformers, Current Transformers, Voltage Transformers, and various types of Main / Back up / Bus bar Protection relays.
- In depth knowledge on Protection schemes / Relays including testing & commissioning of Overcurrent, Earth fault, Line Differential, Line Distance, Transformer Differential / REF, Under frequency and LIBBP / HIBBP relays in Utility and O&G sectors with 100% success.
- Medium Voltage Switchgear & Protection Schemes, Line Differential Protection, Transformer Protection, Bus Bar Protection etc.
- Familiar with OMICRON Secondary Injection test Kit CMC356 / CMC500, Different OMICRON Test Modules such as Quick CMC, State Sequencer, Ramping, Distance, Differential, Advanced Distance, Differential etc.
- Knowledge of different Communication Protocols especially IEC61850
- Preparing DIGSI Projects for Protection & Control Application for Medium Voltage Systems.
- Technical Product knowhow, Relay Communication Software, IEC61850 Communication, GOOSE Applications, Preparation of Control Logics in BCPU / BCU, creation of scd / icd / cid files, knowledge on other Communication Protocols.
- Experience with different manufacturer protection relays will be an added advantage.
Other Requirements
- Open to travel within the middle east region
- Result driven team player.
- Good communication skills in English language (written and spoken) with the ability to work in a team environment.
- We offer you
- Diverse and inclusive culture.
- An environment where everyone can bring their whole self and feel a sense of belonging.
- the foundation to develop personally and expertly.
- Great variety of learning & development opportunities
- Create a better #TomorrowWithUs!
- If you are a motivated teammate, eager to learn new things and looking to grow your career in a strong and forward-thinking company, hit apply!
- Siemens is dedicated to quality, equality, and valuing diversity, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities within which we work.
- Siemens is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate unlawfully on any grounds.
- We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
- At Siemens, we are always challenging ourselves to build a better future.
- We need the most innovative and diverse Digital Minds to develop tomorrow ‘s reality.
- Find out more about the Digital world of Siemens here: www.siemens.com/careers/digitalminds
- Please note: Only complete applications can be considered in the selection process.
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