Commissioning Engineer (m/f/d)

Location: Munich, DEU Freiburg im Breisgau, DEU Berlin

Remote Type: Hybrid

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

About the role

As a Commissioning Engineer (m/f/d), you will play a key role in bringing our power plants into operation. You will coordinate commissioning activities, ensure compliance with relevant standards, and act as a key interface between multiple internal teams. Your work will directly contribute to the safe, timely and high-quality execution of our projects across Europe.

What will you do

• Support the coordination of Commissioning Engineers and deployment planning.

• Analyze test results and provide recommendations.

• Ensure compliance with existing standards, regulations, norms, and contribute to defining BayWa r.e. commissioning standards.

• Act as the interface between the construction team, grid team, O&M team and engineering team.

• Execute and/or supervise activities and tests related to the commissioning of power plants.

• Supervise or perform tests and commissioning activities of the park’s internal MV grid, and support and/or execute MV switching activities.

• Perform the commissioning of inverters.

• Troubleshoot systems during the commissioning phase to ensure a smooth transition into operation.

• Review test and commissioning protocols and procedures submitted by manufacturers, suppliers and subcontractors.

• Collaborate closely with R&D and engineering teams to optimize future system designs.

• Ensure all commissioning-related tests, reports and checklists are performed according to the Quality Plan / Commissioning Plan, and ensure proper documentation.

• Report commissioning activities to the Team Leader Commissioning.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Engineer or technician background, ideally in electrical engineering or mechatronics, with at least 3 years of experience in commissioning power plants.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, including the capacity to read and interpret complex electrical diagrams and schematics.

• Hands-on experience with key commissioning tests and procedures, including insulation resistance testing, Earth Testing (Step and Touch Potential, continuity tests), MV cable withstand tests (VLF), MV/HV energization procedures, and MV switchgear maneuvers.

• Knowledge of protection relay configuration as well as testing and commissioning standards for PV, battery systems, and partial knowledge of wind systems.

• Familiarity with SCADA systems from various technologies/manufacturers is a plus, as is experience working in international teams.

• Proficiency in MS Office, with advanced Excel skills required.

• Fluency in business English; additional languages are an advantage.

• Willingness to travel frequently to construction sites across Europe.

What’s in it for you?

• A highly motivated, growing and multicultural team committed to advancing the energy transition.

• An innovative, dynamic and fast-evolving working environment.

• Mobile working options.

• Flexible working hours.

• Modern office atmosphere.

• Company restaurant and barista bar.

• Discounted fitness conditions.

• Discounted online shopping.

Benefits may vary depending on location.

About BayWa r.e. 

BayWa r.e. is the home for change makers. We r.e.think energy – how it is produced, stored and can be best used to enable the global renewable energy transition that is essential to the future of our planet.  At BayWa r.e. we effect change globally. With locations in 30 countries, we have over 4,000 people already working across the world, collaborating with local businesses to proactively shape the future of the energy sector.

You matter to us 

At BayWa r.e. we are fully committed to fostering equity and inclusion and embrace diversity, of all our people, both present and those yet to join us! We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social-, cultural-, or ethnic-background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer for all by providing an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment.  
 

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