Lead Commissioning Engineer (all genders) - Substations

Job Description Summary

Responsable des activités liées à la construction, à l'élaboration et à la mise en service sur le site du client, de la mobilisation du site aux travaux de génie civil, de montage et de mise en service, en passant par les activités de gestion liées à ce domaine. Responsable de la planification et/ou de l'exécution des opérations du département ou axé sur l'exécution d'activités professionnelles au sein d'une discipline technique. Fonctions dotées d'une certaine autonomie, mais guidées par les politiques établies ou l'analyse des résultats finaux.
Ce poste est autorisé à modifier les procédures et les pratiques en relation avec les tâches dans la mesure où les résultats finaux répondent aux normes d'acceptabilité (qualité, volume, respect des délais, etc.).

Job Description

Tasks

• Coordinate cost estimation and scheduling of commissioning activities
• Define and implement subcontracting strategies in collaboration with EHS, Quality, Planning, and Procurement
• Prepare commissioning-related tender and proposal documentation
• Plan site infrastructure (temporary and permanent) and support projects from concept to completion
• Take responsibility for commissioning within the assigned project scope
• Lead and coordinate international commissioning teams
• Plan resources and mobilization; monitor progress, cost, and schedule
• Track and report commissioning progress and EHS performance
• Ensure timely availability of technical documentation with Engineering
• Prepare key commissioning documentation (e.g. ITPs, test reports)
• Manage quality, risks, and compliance with contractual requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or comparable qualification
• Several years of experience in commissioning or site execution in:
  
  
  • Substations (HV/MV),
  • Power generation, or
  • Transmission & distribution projects
• HVDC experience is a plus, not mandatory
• Experience with several of the following systems:
  
  
  • Switchgear (HV/MV), transformers
  • Protection & Control, SCADA
  • Telecommunication systems
• Strong understanding of electrical safety standards (HV safety rules)
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and within international teams
• Fluent in English; German is a plus
• Knowledge of international standards and commissioning best practices
• Willingness to travel across Europe and Asia
• Offshore fitness required

What We Offer

• International and future-oriented environment
• Permanent contract with long-term perspective
• Flexible and autonomous working style
• Competitive compensation package

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote, Rheine, Germany

Job ID: GE_power-2091171691

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-01-28T18:31:24