Electrical and Automation Maintenance Engineer (M/F/D)
Our client:
Our client is a pioneering technology-driven energy company, dedicated to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy on a global scale. Utilising an innovative deep geothermal energy solution, the company delivers a scale-able, renewable, and base load energy source for heat and electricity generation. Their technology offers energy providers a key solution for municipal heat planning.
To strengthen their multidisciplinary international team, we are looking for an experienced Electrical & Automation Maintenance Engineer (m/f/d).
Your Role:
In this position, you will play a key role in the maintenance and optimisation of electrical and automation systems at our project site in Bavaria. Future assignments within Germany and across Europe may be required.
Your Responsibilities:
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and automation systems within the ORC power plant, including generators, switch-gear, control systems, and instrumentation.
- Conduct regular inspections and diagnostics to detect potential electrical or automation issues and implement maintenance strategies to ensure system reliability.
- Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to refine maintenance schedules and optimize system performance.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and automation faults, implementing effective solutions to reduce downtime.
- Oversee installation, repairs, and maintenance of electrical equipment while ensuring compliance with safety and industry regulations.
- Manage spare parts inventory for electrical and automation components in coordination with procurement to ensure timely availability.
- Develop and enforce safety protocols and procedures for electrical and automated system maintenance.
- Provide technical support for system upgrades, expansions, and planned maintenance activities.
- Train and mentor maintenance personnel to enhance their expertise in electrical and automation systems.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of maintenance activities, including equipment status reports, completed tasks, and recommendations for improvements.
Your Qualifications:
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or a comparable qualification (Dipl.-Ing., Master, Bachelor).
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in electrical and automation maintenance, preferably with ORC technology.
- Proficiency with Siemens Simatic 7 PLCs, distributed control systems (DCS), and electrical protection systems.
- Strong knowledge of electrical schematics, single-line circuit diagrams, and control loop diagrams.
- Understanding of safety regulations and industry standards within power generation.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
- Fluent in German and English.
- Strong communication skills for effective coordination with cross-functional teams and external service providers.
- Willingness to participate in on-call emergency maintenance situations.
- High flexibility and willingness to travel (approximately 20%).
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary and benefits
- Potential Relocation fee
- A meaningful and challenging role within an innovative and dynamic team.
- A culture that values creativity, collaboration, and personal initiative.
- Flexible working hours.
- 30 days of annual leave plus additional free days.
- Opportunities for individual training, professional development, and career growth.
If this position is of interest to you, Apply now!
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