Commissioning Engineer & Responsible Electrical Person (f/m/d)

Our Construction und Commissioning Team in Renewables is looking for you!

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

Lead and manage commissioning and testing activities across multiple photovoltaic (PV) projects, including grid connection and/or Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), as well as all associated electrical installations

Plan, coordinate, and document the commissioning process in collaboration with external subcontractors and internal stakeholders, working closely with project managers and other project resources

Support on-site signal testing activities, including verification of data completeness and validation of Performance Ratio (PR) test calculations

Contribute during the project planning phase by providing input on electrical system concepts and support the construction phase by ensuring high execution quality

Act as the Responsible Electrical Person for all projects, ensuring electrical safety in accordance with DIN VDE 1000-10 from project commencement through internal handover to Asset Management

Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards and conduct inspections to maintain the highest levels of project quality and operational safety at all times

Your profile

Degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent electrical engineering qualification

Minimum of 5 years of proven professional experience in a comparable role

Strong technical understanding of all electrical components of PV power plants and their associated systems

Certification as a Responsible Electrical Person in accordance with DIN VDE 1000-10, or willingness to obtain this qualification

Comprehensive knowledge of electrical standards, regulations, and industry requirements, particularly VDE and DGUV regulations

Experience working with project management and construction software solutions, particularly within Work Package Management (WPM) environments and Lean workflows

Strong leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to effectively guide, coordinate, and motivate teams

High willingness to travel (up to 80%, including assignments of several weeks at a time) and possession of a valid drivers license

Languages: Professional proficiency in both English and German is required; additional European languages are considered an advantage