Senior System Engineer SCADA Substation Automation
Advertised by Try&Hire on behalf of a client · Reference TAH-R8CWE
- Discipline
- Energy & grid engineer
- Region
- Aargau, Baden (AG)
- Client
- Energy supply
- Advertised on
- 22.10.2026
This role designs and implements SCADA systems for high- and medium-voltage substations, covering engineering, testing and commissioning support.
Your tasks
- Design and implement SCADA systems for substations using relevant communication protocols
- Develop system and network architectures integrating RTU, gateway, protection and automation systems
- Configure Ethernet-based communication networks and project-specific software applications
- Execute system, integration and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
- Support commissioning activities and service interventions at customer sites in Switzerland
- Take technical ownership within projects and advise customers on automation solutions
- Prepare technical specifications, system concepts and test documentation
What you bring
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Automation Engineering or comparable
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in power automation, substation automation, SCADA or RTU systems
- Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols, network architectures and cybersecurity
- Experience with IEC 61850-based systems and integration of protection, control and automation systems
- Knowledge of MicroSCADA, RTU500 or IET600 is an advantage
- Experience in technical project coordination, FAT, commissioning and customer training
- Excellent English language skills, written and spoken; German is an advantage but not required
Conditions
- Workload: 80–100 %
- Work model: On site
- Option of a permanent position after the assignment if both sides want it
What to expect
- 80-100% workload
- 3-6 months interim, then a permanent position
Technologies
- IEC 61850
- IEC 60870-5-104
- Modbus
- DNP
- OPC
- MicroSCADA
- RTU500
- IET600
How to apply
You apply with your Try&Hire profile: upload your CV, check the details, enter key facts and availability. A short introduction video is optional but helps. Our team will get in touch if your profile fits the assignment.