We are seeking an experienced PMS Electrical Commissioning Supervisor to oversee the pre-commissioning and commissioning of Power Management Systems (PMS) for electrical substations. This critical role involves managing interfaces and loop checks with HV and LV electrical systems, ensuring all components are correctly integrated and validated according to design specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Commissioning Planning:

• Develop comprehensive PMS loop check and interface plans, outlining objectives, procedures, and schedules

• Collaborate with project engineers and cross-disciplinary teams to integrate commissioning activities

• Review vendor procedures for electrical testing

Testing and Verification:

• Supervise vendors and subcontractors during electrical system testing

• Oversee interfaces, loop checks, and interlocks between power distribution, transformers, HV/LV switchgears, and EDGs with PMS

• Manage PMS electrical system integration tests for safe and correct operation

Test Procedure Development:

• Create or review commissioning test procedures (CTPs) for electrical systems

• Determine temporary system requirements for commissioning tests

• Prepare vendor testing schedules and define plant, equipment, and specialist tool requirements

Issue Management:

• Identify and troubleshoot electrical issues during pre-commissioning and commissioning

• Document discrepancies via Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and coordinate corrective actions

Documentation:

• Prepare or review detailed commissioning reports

• Maintain accurate records of all activities, results, punch lists, and compliance documentation

Collaboration:

• Coordinate with Commissioning Manager, subcontractors, vendors, and engineers

• Communicate results to stakeholders ensuring transparency

Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations

• Guarantee personnel are trained in relevant safety practices

Handover:

• Participate in final acceptance of electrical systems

• Facilitate handover to operations team with documentation and training

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Experience:

• Extensive experience in electrical commissioning, specifically:

  • Pre-commissioning and commissioning of electrical substations

  • Power Management Systems (PMS) for substations

  • Control systems for power plants and substations

  • Extra high voltage (400kV) systems

  • Network control electrical systems

  • Experience with DCS systems (Schneider, Hitachi, Siemens, ABB)

Technical Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of:

  • Electrical systems and power distribution

  • HV and LV switchgears

  • Transformers and Emergency Diesel Generators (EDGs)

  • Control systems and instrumentation

  • PMS interfaces and loop checks

Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving abilities

• Strong organizational and documentation skills

• Effective communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to supervise vendors and subcontractors

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in Belgium / hold an EU passport