Commissioning Engineer mfd (Solar PV – Construction & Energisation Focus)
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Job Summary
Overview
We are seeking a Commissioning Engineer specialising in utility-scale solar PV projects. This role focuses exclusively on the construction testing energisation and handover phases of solar farms. You will ensure that all electrical systems are installed correctly tested safely and commissioned in accordance with project specifications UK regulations and DNO requirements.
You will work closely with EPC contractors HV specialists ICPs and internal engineering teams to deliver fully operational grid-compliant solar PV plants.
Your mission
- Review design packages installation standards and commissioning procedures for compliance with project and DNO requirements.
- Inspect installation quality for PV arrays inverters combiner boxes transformers switchgear cables and SCADA systems.
- Ensure all equipment is installed according to UK electrical standards OEM manuals and safety regulations.
- Verify HV/MV installation readiness for energisation including substations RMUs switchgear and protection systems.
- Lead onsite commissioning activities for all solar electrical systems including string testing IV curve testing inverter commissioning HV/MV cable tests transformer tests protection relay testing and SCADA validation.
- Coordinate with DNOs/ICPs for energisation witnessed tests and grid compliance (G99).
- Identify troubleshoot and resolve commissioning issues such as communication faults inverter trips protection issues and performance deviations.
- Validate system performance including PR voltage regulation reactive power capability and plant controller operation.
- Ensure successful completion of G99 commissioning tests and all DNOrequired checks.
- Produce commissioning documentation test reports redlines and handover packages.
- Support PAC/FAC milestones and close out punchlist items.
Your profile
- Degree or vocational qualification in Electrical Engineering Renewable Energy or similar.
- Hands-on experience commissioning utility-scale solar PV or large electrical infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of HV/LV systems electrical protection inverter technology and solar plant controls.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings I/O lists functional diagrams and protection settings.
- Comfortable working on active construction sites and performing field-based troubleshooting.
- Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with EPCs ICPs OEMs and internal stakeholders.
- Experience with G99 commissioning and DNO witnessing processes.
- HV authorisation (DNO or private network).
- Familiarity with OMICRON/Megger test kits.
- Experience with hybrid PV BESS commissioning.
- Experience with SCADA systems networking fiber optics and data acquisition.
What we offer
- Independent work in a committed team
- Work in a growing international company with a start-up mentality
- Workplace in a central location in Saarbrücken with good transport connections
- Open and friendly working atmosphere
- Flexitime model with core working hours
About us
With more than 180 completed projects and over 3.3GWp of installed capacity we are one of Europes leading EPC and O&M providers for utility-scale solar power. We provide engineering construction and technical O&M services forgrid-connected PV plants in Germany the Netherlands the United Kingdom Ireland Romania and Hungary efficiently reliably and always looking ahead.
What drives us:
We build clean energy solutions for a better tomorrow.
Its not just a line its what we stand for.
And how we work reflects that: We take ownership. We listen think ahead and act with purpose. We stay pragmatic when things get complex. And weve got each others backs when it matters. For us quality isnt a commitment its a mindset.
Whether you manage projects design systems balance books or shape communications youll find freedom here not rigid structures. Your ideas matter. Your initiative is welcome. And your impact is tangible in results in teams in the energy transition.
At Greencells youll work in intercultural interdisciplinary teams with flat hierarchies real ownership and the chance to make your mark. Flexible working models mutual trust and opportunities to grow are just as much a part of our culture as the shared ambition to move forward professionally and personally.
If that sounds like the kind of place youre looking for wed love to get to know you.
Required Experience:
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About Company
As a constantly growing company, we are looking for committed employees to tackle our demanding projects. We are an international full-service provider for efficient, cost-effective, but above all sustainable large-scale solar power plants. We are the point of contact for companies, f ... View more
