Control and Protection Specialist (Onsite Commissioning)
About the Role
Location
Australia
Sydney
Company
Siemens Energy Pty. Ltd.
Organization
Grid Technologies
Business Unit
Solutions
Full time
Experience Level
Professional / Experienced
How You'll Make an Impact
Lead and execute all onsite commissioning activities for control and protection systems on assigned projects in Australia / APAC
Conduct system integration tests to ensure seamless operation between different components and adherence to Australian grid codes.
Perform complex troubleshooting and diagnostics on control, automation and protection systems, relays, IEDs, and substation automation systems and auxiliary equipment to resolve functional issues.
Manage the final site acceptance and integration testing (SAT/SIT) process with the client and ensure a successful handover of the commissioned system.
Willingness for international travels and long stay onsite over a long duration is mandatory
30% Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) & Technical Preparation
Serve as a core team member during Integrated Factory Acceptance Tests (iFATs) in our international locations (e.g. Europe) validating system functionality before shipment.
Develop, review, and execute test plans and procedures for control and protection cubicles and systems.
Identify, document,



and facilitate the resolution of technical non-conformities during the factory testing phase to mitigate project risks and onsite delays.
20% Technical Project Coordination & Reporting
Provide subject matter expertise and technical guidance to the project management team, clients, and other stakeholders.
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including test reports, commissioning logs, and as-built drawings.
Monitor and report on commissioning progress against the project schedule, highlighting risks and proposing mitigation strategies.
What You Bring
Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation and Controls or a related technical discipline.
Significant experience (typically 8+ years) in the commissioning of control and protection systems is mandatory (e.g., I&C;, DCS, substations, FACTS, HVDC). Knowhow in Omnivise T**** is desirable
Demonstrated experience with onsite commissioning, system integration, and factory acceptance testing on large-scale energy projects.
General understanding of Primary & Secondary Design / Engineering is a plus
PR / Valid Visa / Full working rights for Australia. Driving Licence Class C (Car)
Technical expertise (Control & Protection Systems, Scada, Substation Automation Systems (IEC *****), FACTS/HVDC Technology, Electrical Schematics Interpretation, iFATs Simulation System and Testing)
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📌 Control And Protection Specialist (Onsite Commissioning) (New South Wales)
🏢 Siemens Gas And Power
📍 New South Wales