Protection Engineer - Electrical

Work Location: Customer Sites, particularly NG–SEC

Job Summary

We are seeking two experienced Protection Engineers with strong hands-on expertise in protection relay testing, commissioning, configuration, troubleshooting, and medium-voltage (MV) and low-voltage (LV) switchgear testing. Candidates must possess a valid NG C1 Permit Receiver Authorization and be capable of working independently at customer sites, particularly NG–SEC facilities, while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and technical compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform testing, commissioning, configuration, and troubleshooting of electrical protection relays.
• Conduct testing and verification of MV and LV switchgear systems.
• Perform Current Transformer (CT) and Voltage Transformer (VT) testing.
• Conduct protection relay (PR) testing and functional verification.
• Perform circuit breaker (CB) timing tests and verify operating performance.
• Test and verify electrical interlocking schemes and protection control circuits.
• Identify faults, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare test reports, commissioning records, and technical documentation.
• Ensure all testing and commissioning activities comply with applicable safety procedures, client requirements, and technical standards.
• Work independently at customer sites and coordinate effectively with client representatives and technical teams.

Technical Requirements

1. Protection Relay Testing

Candidates must have strong practical experience with the following protection relay systems:

• Siemens SIPROTEC 5
• Siemens SIPROTEC 4
• Reyrolle protection relays

Experience with other protection relay manufacturers is also required or highly desirable, including:

• ABB
• GE
• Schneider Electric
• SEL (Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories)

2. Medium-Voltage (MV) Switchgear Testing

Proven hands-on experience in MV switchgear testing and commissioning, including:

• Current Transformer (CT) testing
• Voltage Transformer (VT) testing
• Protection Relay (PR) testing
• Circuit Breaker (CB) timing tests
• Interlocking scheme testing and verification

3. Low-Voltage (LV) Switchgear Testing

Practical experience in LV switchgear testing, inspection, and functional verification, including:

• CT testing
• VT testing, where applicable
• Protection relay checks
• Electrical scheme verification
• Functional testing and troubleshooting

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in protection engineering, electrical testing, and commissioning.
• Valid NG C1 Permit Receiver Authorization is mandatory.
• Strong hands-on experience with protection relays and MV/LV switchgear testing.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently at customer sites, particularly NG–SEC facilities.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to electrical safety procedures and quality standards.

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