Commissioning Manager HVDC

Siemens Energy•Raleigh, NC

33d•Onsite

About The Position

In our HVDC Control Team, we are implementing, testing and verifying the hardware and software for innovative HVDC applications using lean and agile methods. Our diverse and multinational teams are working closely together with project management, system and equipment engineering as well as with end customers to provide customized solutions based on the latest innovations in HVDC technology. In our testing facilities we are the responsible quality gate of hardware and software for Factory Acceptance tests. On site we will commission high-voltage equipment and control and protection systems and check their functionality.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or combined equivalent of technical education and training with relevant professional experience.
10+ years of professional experience in the field of commissioning or commissioning management of large plants (e.g. HVDC plants, power plants, switchgear, power distribution systems). Knowledge in the field of Project Management.
100% availability to travel and readiness for worldwide business trips and long-term assignments on construction sites in USA and abroad as well as optional assignments on offshore platforms.
Fluent English language skills; German language skills a plus!
Positive conflict management, decision-making ability, result orientation, motivation and communication skills in international/intercultural teams.
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

Nice To Haves

German language skills a plus!

Responsibilities

On-time, cost-effective and quality-oriented planning and execution of tests as well as the commissioning of high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission systems.
Management of an international team of commissioning engineers. Participation in internal improvement programs (e.g. Lean, Reviews and Lessons Learned).
Ensuring contractual obligations and compliance with legal regulations as well as occupational health and safety regulations. Organization of the Functional System Testing / Factory Acceptance Tests (FST/FAT) (preliminary examination HW/SW) at our test areas on site.
Ensuring a trouble-free construction site process as well as monitoring, documentation and communication of the work progress involving the suppliers and internal and external partners.
Planning and implementation of technical clarifications with our customers regarding tests and commissioning in coordination with the project management team.
Support the project management team in risk and claim management and ensuring quality and occupational safety on the construction site including non-conformance reporting (NCR).