Commissioning Engineer – Hydropower Projects

About the role

Voith Hydro is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join its international team. You will be responsible for the commissioning, testing, and start‑up of hydro‑mechanical and electromechanical equipment at customer sites worldwide, ensuring safe and efficient operation of large‑scale renewable energy projects.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and execute commissioning activities for turbines, generators, governors and auxiliary systems.
• Perform functional, system and performance tests in line with technical specifications and project schedules.
• Analyse, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during start‑up.
• Collaborate with customers, subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ensure compliance with quality, health & safety and environmental standards on site.
• Prepare commissioning reports, test protocols and technical documentation.
• Support customer training, final handovers and post‑warranty technical assistance.

Required profile

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a comparable technical qualification.
• Several years of experience in commissioning, field service or start‑up of hydropower plants or heavy rotating equipment.
• Strong technical understanding of hydro turbine systems, generators and power‑plant interfaces.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with international teams.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work on construction sites, including short‑notice assignments.
• Professional working proficiency in English.

Required skills

• Hydro‑mechanical equipment
• Electromechanical equipment
• Hydro turbine systems
• Generators
• Governors
• Auxiliary systems

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on large‑scale international hydropower projects.
• Challenging role within a globally recognised engineering company.
• Continuous professional development and technical training.