Overview
We are seeking a Senior E&IC (Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls) Engineer to act as an internal expert for multidisciplinary project teams within our Power Plant Engineering Department. This role will focus on Jenbacher gas engine-based turn-key power plants and complex energy projects including CHP installations, biogas/biomethane plants, hydrogen applications, microgrids, district heating and hybrid energy systems. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in E&IC engineering for power generation applications, strong cross-disciplinary coordination skills, and a thorough understanding of relevant international standards and regulations.
Your Responsibilities
* Act as internal expert for E&IC and power systems engineering, supporting multiple stationary and containerized power plant projects and multidisciplinary teams
* Develop and improve standards, workflows, and documentation for Jenbacher installations; ensure optimal E&IC design and integration of engines with plant components
* Oversee specification and integration of electrical power system components (e.g., transformers, switchgears), and ensure compliance with grid codes, electrical standards, and safety regulations (EN, ATEX, SIL, CE)
* Coordinate across disciplines, support plant concept engineering, project structuring, and sales with technical expertise; guide and train the E&IC engineering group
* Drive continuous improvement, conduct risk and functional safety assessments, support procurement, and participate in site supervision, FAT/SAT, and commissioning
* Provide technical solutions for complex integration challenges in hybrid power systems
Your Profile
* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Electronics, or related field (MSc, Dipl.-Ing. FH or equivalent), with 15+ years’ experience in E&IC engineering, ideally in gas engine power plants and EPC/EPCM projects
* Strong knowledge of international, European, and North American electrical standards, automation systems, instrumentation, functional safety, and explosion protection (ATEX)
* Experience with containerized/stationary power plant projects, control systems, grid connection, electrical protection, and multidisciplinary team coordination
* Proficient in project and general management (certifications preferred), EMSR planning, automation systems (PLC, SCADA), engineering tools (Comos PT, EPlan), and functional safety/SIL implementation
* Skilled in technical training, recruiting, and personnel development; fluent in German and English (business level)
* Analytical, solution-oriented, resilient, and proactive with strong communication, stakeholder management, and team coaching skills; customer-focused and willing to travel up to 30%
At INNIO, we offer an attractive compensation package that is above the collective agreement for the metal industry. Your qualifications and experience will be considered in an open dialogue during the recruiting process to ensure a market-competitive compensation package.
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