Commissioning Engineer – Substation/Feeder Automation-SCADA

Job Overview

The Commissioning Engineer will be responsible for commissioning Substation Automation and Feeder Automation systems at domestic and international project sites. The role involves hands-on commissioning of RTUs, SCADA/HMI systems, communication networks and associated equipment, including configuration, protocol testing, troubleshooting and system integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning activities for Substation Automation and Feeder Automation systems at domestic and international project sites.
• Commission and troubleshoot RTUs, SCADA/HMI systems and associated communication networks.
• Configure, test and analyse substation communication protocols, including Modbus, IEC 60870-5-101/104, IEC 61850, DNP3 and OPC.
• Configure and troubleshoot PC networks, Ethernet switches, routers, GPS systems, firewalls and related cybersecurity components.
• Work across process-level, bay-level and control-level architectures in Substation Automation Systems.
• Configure and troubleshoot Windows-based applications, PC communication interfaces, serial communication and IP networking.
• Use debugging and protocol analysis tools such as Modscan, IEC Tester, IED Scout and Wireshark.
• Diagnose communication failures, network issues, protocol mismatches and system integration problems during commissioning.
• Support testing, integration and successful handover of automation systems at customer sites.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• B.E./B.Tech or postgraduate qualification in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• 3–4 years of hands-on experience in Substation Automation, SCADA, RTU, Feeder Automation or related commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of PC networking, switches, routers, GPS, firewalls and cybersecurity fundamentals.
• Understanding of process-level, bay-level and control-level Substation Automation architectures.
• Working knowledge of Modbus, IEC 60870-5-101/104, IEC 61850, DNP3 and OPC, including configuration and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of Windows operating systems, PC applications, serial communication and IP networking.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for customer interaction.
• Analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, self-discipline and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Willingness to travel extensively, approximately 80–90% of the time, including to international project sites.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Siemens SICAM solutions, including PAS/PQS, Toolbox, A8000, SDM, WinCC and SCC.
• Networking certifications.
• Scripting and programming knowledge.
• Familiarity with IEC 61131-3 programming and SQL.