About the job

Workload: 80% or more 

Are you looking for a new, responsible challenge in an exciting environment? Then actively bring in your knowledge, enthusiasm, and commitment. For our area of operation in northeastern Switzerland, we are looking for a dedicated personality as a commissioning engineer for the Axpo distribution network and customer installations. We offer an environment for independent work with personal, comprehensive technical equipment including a company vehicle, which can optionally also be used privately.

Tasks & Responsibilities 

• Commissioning of protection and control systems in substations and power plants on site

• Inspection and execution of periodic maintenance tests for protection systems

• Adjustment / parameterization of protection and control systems

• Conducting fault analyses and troubleshooting

• Participation in process and innovation projects in the field of engineering and commissioning activities

Profile & Requirements

• You hold a successfully completed degree or comparable qualification in electrical engineering

• You have professional experience in testing and commissioning protection and control systems of medium and high voltage switchgear

• You have experience with common testing and parameterization tools

• You have an independent, efficient, and responsible working style and have high standards for your work quality

• You possess a category B driving license

• You have good German skills (English/French skills are an advantage)

About the Team

We offer you a team-oriented environment with a collegial working atmosphere where you can actively contribute your strengths and thus contribute to Axpo's success. You can expect a well-coordinated, motivated, and open team of specialists. In addition, you have the opportunity to acquire specialized knowledge, take on technical responsibility, and develop personally as well as professionally. You will be comprehensively introduced to your responsible and versatile tasks.

Benefits:

In our company, we strive for a culture of continuous learning, personal development, and commitment to the community at the national level. We care about providing our employees with the tools and resources they need for their success, and we are confident that you will enjoy being part of our team!

• Flexible Working Hours
  Enjoy flexible working hours and the possibility to work up to 50% remotely – for the perfect balance between work and private life. 

• Generous Pension Plan
  We cover 60% of the contributions for your pension plan – for a secure future. 

• Health Comes First
  100% continued salary payment in case of illness or accident and access to an exclusive mental health platform with five free sessions with a psychologist. 

• Parental Leave
  16 weeks maternity leave (100% continued salary) and 10 days paternity leave (100% continued salary) to spend valuable time with your family. 

• Support for Your Family
  Up to 20% reimbursement on childcare costs (max. CHF 4,800 per year).

• Exclusive Discounts
  Attractive discounts on fuel, insurance, and mobile services with partner companies such as Shell, Avia, Sunrise, and Swisscom.

• Public Transport
  With a free half-fare travelcard (max. CHF 190), you can travel cheaply from A to B.

At the Axpo Group, we are committed to a culture of non-discrimination, tolerance, and inclusion. As an employer who lives equal opportunities, we welcome applications regardless of ethnic origin, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, as well as socio-economic, cultural, and religious background. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive recruitment process as well as a discrimination-free working environment for all.