Commissioning Engineer - Secondary Systems

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare protection and control philosophies, SLDs, schematics, wiring diagrams, and interlocking logic.
• Configuration, testing, and commissioning of protection relays from Siemens, GE, SEL, ABB, Schneider Electric, or equivalent.
• End-to-end commissioning of: Transformer Protection Schemes, Busbar Protection Systems, Distance and Line Differential Protection, Feeder Protection, Breaker Failure Protection, Auto-Reclose Schemes, and Synchrocheck and Synchronizing Systems
• Hands-on experience with GOOSE messaging and Sampled Values (SV) testing and troubleshooting.
• Substation Automation System (SAS) commissioning, including IED integration, HMI, gateways, RTUs, and SCADA interfaces.
• Conducting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Point-to-Point Testing, and End-to-End Protection Testing.
• Proficiency in using Omicron CMC test sets, Test Universe, IEC 61850 test tools, and network analyzers.
• Network configuration, Ethernet switches, PRP/HSR redundancy protocols, GPS/PTP time synchronization, and cybersecurity compliance.
• Analyze disturbances, event logs, COMTRADE files, and fault records during commissioning and energization activities.
• Demonstrated experience leading substation energization, outage planning, system cutovers, and commissioning teams while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Strong understanding of utility standards, testing procedures, commissioning documentation, and final handover requirements
• Configure, test, and commission protection relays from major OEMs such as Siemens, GE, SEL, ABB, and Schneider.
• Troubleshoot protection, control, SCADA, and communication systems.
• Interface with clients, utilities, OEMs, and project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with utility, regulatory, and industry standards.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in protection, control, and substation automation projects.
• Minimum 5 to 10 years of hands-on commissioning experience in HV/EHV substations (66kV to 500kV+)
• Proven experience in commissioning IEC 61850 Digital Substations, including Station Bus and Process Bus architectures.
• Strong understanding of transmission and distribution substations.
• Experience with IEC 61850 engineering tools and protocols.
• Knowledge of protection schemes including: Distance Protection, Differential Protection, Busbar Protection, Transformer Protection, Line Protection, amd Feeder Protection
• Experience with SCADA, RTUs, and communication systems.
• Proficiency in engineering and testing documentation.
• Hands-on experience with digital substations and process bus implementation.
• Familiarity with IEC 60870-5-104, DNP3, Modbus, and OPC protocols.
• Experience with relay testing tools such as Omicron CMC and Protection Suite.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity requirements for utility networks.
• Experience in renewable energy grid integration projects.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Commissioning Engineer positions are bus in, bus out, camp style accommodation provided for 14 days onsite and 7 days off site, on a roster-based arrangement out of the Central West Orana Region​.
• We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you believe you bring the capabilities to succeed in this role, we'd love to hear from you. We look forward to continuing to build our supportive workplace together.
• Please note: This position is being delivered as part of a joint venture between two organisations. As such, your employment may be with either of the parent companies, and this will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

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