Has direct responsibility for the entire commercial cycle either related to a key account or a geographical area. In such an important role, they have broad responsibilities. These are likely to include delivering growth, maximizing sales and profitability, providing your sales agents with a stimulating and supportive environment, maintaining and increasing standards of customer service

As local QHSE manager you will:

• Identify, manage and mitigate H&S related risk and impact according with legal requirements
• Support sites implementation of the H&S standards, procedures and best practices in compliance with legal requirements
• Perform H&S compliance evaluation & supervision and facilitate H&S communication and training;
• Perform regular audits in the laboratory for the support of the Quality, Health and Safety, and Environmental management system
• Record QHSE Events (hazards, possible improvements, non-conformities) in our reporting system and follow on their realization
• Ensure all occupational injuries/illnesses, dangerous occurrences, incidents and at risk behaviours are fully investigated and reported with findings and recommendations for preventive action and corrective action where appropriate
• Participate in the HSE Committee of the site
• Join and support the root cause analyses of the QHSE events
• Support the operations in implementing efficient and safe work methods
• Participate in the review and update of the QHSE instructions
• Plan external trainings and medical checks
• Support of the system ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 17025, ISO 17020
• Support the Head of the Fire Response Unit in the elaboration of emergency instructions and the inspection of equipment
• Advise and assist in all risk assessment activities, including advice on new investments and projects locally and recommend appropriate actions and priorities
• Ensure accurate and timely H&S reporting to the Global QHSE Manager
• Develop the H&S Culture providing support to the line management
• Develop the skills of site-based management staff and sub-contractors in all areas of health and safety and environment

In support of the Global QHSE manager you will:

• Perform HSE risk assessments in order to define the significant HSE aspects
• Be involved to develop global procedures for the management of significative HSE aspects
• Be involved in the definition of a global approach in terms of HSE communication.

Your tasks:

• Preparation, execution and follow-up of tests
• Carrying out tests according to customer specifications / development tests as well as normative requirements (conformity assessment).
• Testing of low-, medium- and high-voltage devices and systems and subsequent evaluation of the test results.
• Organisational and technical guidance of the assigned test mechanics.
• Preparation of test documentation
• Technical support for international customers and subsequent participation in internal standardisation committees. Standardisation committees
• Technical and organisational sales support in the offer phase of an order
• Design, calculation and implementation of test and measurement set-ups in various test benches
• Technical and organisational coordination with customers in all order phases
• Continuous training in the fields of the applicable standards
• Conceptual development of test, control and measurement technology as well as test procedures
• Collaboration on testing technology projects and subsequent project management

Your tasks:

• Independently edit and complete test documents and certificates on test services sold by IPH in compliance with quality management guidelines.
• Sifting, organising and prioritising the processing of incoming test report manuscripts
• Communicating with international clients and the responsible test engineers regarding content and editorial changes in the test documents
• Commissioning and follow-up of translations (German => English / English => German)
• Control and follow-up of the approval process of the test reports
• Transmission of reports to clients and archiving of final versions
• Generation of KPI / statistics regarding the creation and delivery of report documents
• Maintenance and further development of the extensive report template data collection as well as generation of new templates
• Active participation in the further development and optimisation of the report creation process and the software tools used
• Participation in international, documentation-related working groups of CESI
• Creation of web content, flyers, presentations

• Preparation, implementation and follow-up of tests in general after the order has been placed by the client
• Responsibility for the standard-compliant execution of tests on devices of medium and high voltage and the correct handling of the test system
• Elaboration of time schedules and rough calculations to estimate the effort required for tests and test-related projects
• Drafting or conception of test procedures as well as test and measurement setups
• Creation of the test documentation
• Conceptual further development of test, control and measurement technology as well as test procedures
• Organizational coordination in the run-up to the tests and during the tests, professional customer support at all times
• Continuous further training in the field of applicable standardization, participation in committees after appointment by the head of the test fields
• Compliance with work and environmental protection regulations during the tests
• Willingness and enthusiasm to contribute to the successful further development of our company

The candidate will be in charge of the following tasks

• Technical review, assessment and interpretation of Grid Connection Codes & Standards and Grid Code Compliance processes
• Definition of testing procedures for generating units and renewables power parks
• Specification, planification and execution of compliance tests and measurements on generating units and renewables power parks
• Analysis of measurements and preparation of testing reports
• Specifications of new features and functions for generating units to support the evolution of the electricity generation mix and the stability of the power systems
• Quality of deliveries to our internal and external costumers
• Support to the evolution of the company business model and to the development of new initiatives

The knowledge and experience on power systems simulation tools (e.g. Matlab Simulink, PSSE, DIgSILENT Power Factory or others) to develop generating units simulation models and to perform grid code compliance simulations will be considered as a plus.

Under the direction of Test Engineer or Test Operator:

• • Identify and safely set up the test fixtures, appurtenances, auxiliary equipment, etc. which will be required for assigned tests based on expected current and voltage levels, Customer requirements and Test Cell and facility status
  • Conduct troubleshooting and correction of any facility or equipment malfunctions, failures, sub optimal performance, etc. to safely and effectively complete the test evolution
  • Correctly provide auxiliary power to the Customers’ equipment based on the test plans
  • Assist the Test Engineer in preparing for the test including review of drawings, Test Plans, and test sequence
  • Provide ongoing feedback to the Senior Test Engineer and Test Engineer during the execution of the test
  • At the conclusion of the test sequence, safely remove all test fixtures, appurtenances, auxiliary equipment, etc. and restore the test cell and facility to pre-test status.
  • Take corrective actions as necessary based on the results of the above
  • Interface and communicate with Customers during the conduct of customer testing activities
• Perform minor maintenance and housekeeping activities as required
• Assist the Logistics Technician as required in material handling activities
• Safely and effectively operate cranes, hoists, man lifts, forklifts, and other motorized equipment
• Assist the Test Engineers, Technicians, Generator Operations, and other support personnel as operating conditions require
• Maintain current working knowledge of applicable procedures, vendor manuals, original equipment manufacturer instructions, etc. for electrical/mechanical necessary to conduct testing activities
• Working knowledge of electrical diagnostic instrumentation and maintenance tools and equipment
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of High-Power Lab (HPL)

Under the direction of Test Engineer:

• • Determine what test instruments shall be used for each type of test based on expected current and voltage levels, Customer requirements and Test Cell and facility status
  • Correctly set up the test in the MARS system
  • Set up auxiliary devices such as travel recorders high speed/digital video and various other devices necessary to capture required test data
  • Correctly provide auxiliary power to the Customers’ equipment based on the test plans
  • Assist the Test Engineer in preparing for the test including review of the Test Plans and test sequence.
  • Provide ongoing feedback to the Test Engineer during the execution of the test
  • Check the accuracy and completeness of the Test Engineer’s calculations
  • Correctly develop test data plots and determine measurement routines have worked effectively based on the results of the test
  • Take corrective actions as necessary based on the results of the above
• Assist when necessary in the development of test programs by the Test Engineers. Assure all necessary requirements and conditions stipulated in the approved Quote are incorporated in the test program.
• Monitor test program preparation and execution to ensure safety of the personnel and equipment utilized in conducting each test evolution. Provide technical assistance to Technicians and other support personnel as necessary.
• Assist the Test Engineers, Technicians, and other support personnel as Operating Conditions require.
• Perform the duties of Test Technician as Operating Conditions require.
• Maintain current working knowledge of applicable ANSI, IEEE, IEC, UL, and other standards for electrical/mechanical equipment.
• When necessary perform drawing verifications to assure Customer’s equipment conforms to drawings provided as part of the approved Quote.
• Ability to perform simple tests as determined by the Head of Department – Test Operations or Head of Section without supervision.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of High-Power Lab (HPL).

Under the direction of the Head of HPL:

• • Identify equipment requirements to conduct each test and manage Test Operators, Technicians, and other support personnel to successfully execute Customers’ test programs.
  • Manage Customer expectations before, during and after the test program evolution. Act as the single point of contact with the Customer representatives during the conduct of the test program at the KEMA Labs – Chalfont facility.
  • Identify and prepare circuits and procedural sequences including measuring equipment and systems to meet test requirements using industry standards and/or Customer’s test plans.
  • Assure all requirements of the KEMA Labs – Chalfont HSE and Quality Management programs are strictly adhered to during the test program.
• Develop test programs and assure all necessary requirements and conditions stipulated in the approved Quote are incorporated in the test program.
• Monitor test program preparation and execution to ensure safety of the personnel and equipment utilized in conducting each test evolution. Provide technical direction to Test Operations personnel as necessary.
• Analyze the test results, prepare a comprehensive written Test Report and/or review the test results with the Customer. Assure accuracy of the Test Report and compliance with all applicable industry standards and Customer requirements as described in the Quote, and Test Plans.
• Assure that all written Test Reports strictly adhere to all requirements of the KEMA Labs – Chalfont Quality Management programs.
• Maintain current working knowledge of applicable ANSI, IEEE, IEC, UL, and other standards for electrical/mechanical equipment.
• As necessary, review Customer Quotes for technical requirements, facility adequacy, Test Operations skills requirements and provide information to the Sales Engineer for incorporation in the Quote. Contact the Customer as required, clarifying, or resolving discrepancies, open issues, questions, etc. Assure requirements are incorporated in the final Quote and advise the Head of HPL regarding readiness for approval of the Quote.
• Perform the duties of Operators and Technicians as operating conditions warrant.
• Assist the Head of HPL to develop new and improved test procedures, operations processes, training curriculum, equipment, and test technologies, etc.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of HPL

We are currently seeking a Salesforce Specialist to join our Group IT unit with the following responsibilities:

• Lead the solution design, as well as the application process and functional design
• Focus on platform capabilities, development and prioritization of functional capabilities and features
• Optimize business processes, user experience, adoption and in-app training opportunities
• Support technical leads in the design and development of new capabilities and application processes
• Focusing on systems integration strategies, security and access optimization
• Investigating technical problems in Salesforce
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Performing Electrical calibrations and taking care of outsourcing of measuring instruments
• Optimizations of calibration methods on a high level of competence
• Supporting the “Calibration Quality Engineer” in existing and new quality procedures for the department
• Analyzing cross-checks, performing interlaboratory comparisons (ILC)
• Justifying and calculating measurement uncertainties (mathematics/statistics)
• Interpretation of Raad voor Accreditatie (Dutch Council for Accreditation) rules into technical perspective of the disciplines in which you are specialized
• Advising in case of rejected measuring instruments
• Acting as a source of information in the field of Electric Power/Energy for the department and other KEMA colleagues.

In Arnhem, The Netherlands, we are looking for a Power Cybernetics Engineer-Researcher with a strong background in the field of power electronics, specifically with its application in power systems.

You will be responsible to further develop our existing and upcoming services in the area of Power Cybernetics as well as for creating new or related services for KEMA Labs to position the company for further growth within the power system industry.

In particular you will be working on the development of sophisticated closed-loop testing and validation methods of power equipment (such as Photovoltaic-inverters, plug-in electrical vehicles, heat pumps, etc.), including its hardware testing, simulation and software model validation, in a professional laboratory environment.

As a test engineer for Protection & Substation Automation you carry out different tests like functional accuracy and performance, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) tests, electrical safety assessments and climatic and mechanical tests. The tests are performed according international standards IEC 60255 series, IEEE C37.90 series, IEC 61850-3, IEEE 1613 series. Our customers are international manufacturers for protection relays, substation automation equipment and substation communication equipment.

Task and responsibilities

As a test engineer for Protection & Substation Automation you have the knowhow of the applicable test standards and test methods. You will carry out the testing by yourself in close cooperation with the team colleagues. You will have direct contact with the customers about the test results.

And also you will:

• Write test reports
• Remain in close contact with the customer during the execution of the tests
• Maintain the quality system related documents
• Contribute to the development of current and new services
• Contribute to (inter)national standardization working groups.

As a test engineer for Energy Meter you carry out different tests like metrological accuracy, software and reliability reviews, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) tests and climatic and mechanical tests. The tests are performed according international standards IEC 62052-11, IEC 62053 series, IEC 62059 series and EN 50470 series. Our customers are international manufacturers for smart energy meters.

Task and responsibilities

As a test engineer for Energy Meters you have the knowhow of the applicable test standards and test methods. You will carry out the testing by yourself in close cooperation with the team colleagues. You will have direct contact with the customers about the test results.

And also you will:

• Write test reports
• Remain in close contact with the customer during the execution of the tests
• Maintain the quality system related documents
• Contribute to the development of current and new services
• Contribute to (inter)national standardization working groups.

You will be responsible of following activities:

• Identify the best technical solution and business, in line with the capabilities of the platforms, and provide the customer offer.
• Support Operations in planning the date of execution of tests to maximize the results of each platform.
• Implement and manage the system for collecting data for performance measurement of the sale (and forecast data sheet), monitoring of customer relations; this activity includes the follow-up of the offers and to verify the fulfillment of budget targets for order intake.
• Validation of information inserted into Sales Force in cooperation with the back office (e.g. product type configuration, order registration and validation).
• Verify the test program eventually planned in the quotation phase in cooperation with the Operations and ask Operations to confirm the dates for carrying out the tests, to be able to conclude the sales process with the order confirmation to be sent to the Customer.

As a Technician, you are responsible for the preparation, construction, and monitoring of measurement setups for high voltage tests in the laboratory or in the field. Under the supervision of a test engineer you will perform several electrical tests. Next to executing tests you will actively be involved in the maintenance of measuring equipment and measurement setups.

• Operational:
  • Preparation and construction of planned test and measuring equipment under the guidance of the test engineer
  • Preparing tests objects if necessary
  • Arranging or making tools if necessary
  • Checking installations for proper operation and safety
• Execution:
  • Executing tests under the guidance of the test engineer
  • Safety in accordance with Safety Procedure High Voltage
  • Operating installations and equipment
  • Proper use of measurement results
  • Applying instructions and regulations
  • Assisting customers, if present.
• Completion:
  • Dismantling setup after tests, delivering cleared test field, tidying up used measuring tools.
  • Transporting test objects in consultation with the test engineer.
• Maintenance:
  • Performing preventive and curative maintenance
  • Keeping assigned spaces operational and tidy
  • Modifying installations
  • Proposing improvements of the installation and equipment.

The candidate shall have advanced and well proven knowledge of the electrical power system modeling and static/dynamic behavior and shall also be acquainted on the application of the most common software tools for network modeling (e.g. mainly PSSE and DigSilent and their libraries/modules, but also Neplan, Etap or equivalent). He will have to perform simulation and analysis of complex power system steady state and dynamic behavior, develop mathematical models for reliability assessment of electrical networks, and deliver technical consulting/training services. In addition he will have to lead teams of study engineers in execution of consulting projects; provide critical technical guidance to team members. Support will be required also to generate consulting proposals, deliver consulting services and perform project management functions all as per CESI quality standards, creating technical reports documenting study process and results. The candidate shall directly interact with the clients and shall guarantee the excellence of the delivery in full compliance with the technical and economic targets of the project. For the execution of the projects, the candidate will coordinate the activities of junior engineers.

Skills: Extensive knowledge of transmission system planning and system reliability assessment, with experience in transfer capability analysis, optimal power flow analysis, steady state and stability analysis, as well as transmission expansion planning. Demonstrated expertise in development of dynamic simulation models, including models for advanced power systems technologies, such as renewable energy, FACTS and energy storage systems. Expertise in transient and voltage stability analysis, including reactive power planning. Expertise in using PSSE and DigSilent and other products in their libraries/modules, as well as Neplan and Etap tools. Strong communication skills, including strong written English language skills.

The candidate will be called to contribute in different phases of design and development of applications for CESI Clients, starting from initial assessment and gap analysis of the existing infrastructures, applications and platforms deployed at the TSOs and DSOs premises, passing through conceptual design and detailed functional specification.

In performing this activity, the main focuses will be:

• Scouting of most suitable IT/OT technologies, platforms, market products, programming languages and hardware solutions to be used in the specific applications;
• Conceptual IT design of software solutions to be developed for CESI Clients;
• Coordination and supervision of IT developers across multiple projects to support Project Managers and Product Leaders in resource allocation;
• Improvement and implementation of CESI standardized approach for OT software applications.

The above activities may be conducted during tendering process and/or project delivery. Delivery may comprise design and development of OT software applications, system integration in Client’s IT/OT infrastructures, including detailed design review, functional specification and participation to FAT and SAT. In this case the candidate will be responsible for the organization surveillance to the installation, management and operation of all the solution’s components, as well as for the coordination, execution, monitoring and evaluation of all testing, with also possible support to trial operation of the developed applications after their integration in Client’s OT systems.

As Product Leader the candidate will be responsible for the Technical Quality of projects reports as well as of tender proposals, and therefore also of the Business Development of the Monitoring Systems Product. The candidate will be called to contribute in different phases of monitoring systems projects, devoted to CESI Clients, eventually starting from an initial assessment and gap analysis of the existing monitoring infrastructures, as well as of the applications and platforms operated by the owners of the infrastructures, passing through conceptual and definitive design, detailed functional specification, support to tendering process or overall owner’s or engineering activity, including detailed design review and participation to installation and final technical testing phases. The candidate will take the responsibility for the organization of the experts allocated to the monitoring systems product activities (design, maintenance and surveillance), as well as for the coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the activities assuring timely/quality deliveries to the Clients.

A well-developed technical standing together with the ability of establishing a deep understanding in the team are key aspects. The candidate will be called to participate in different activities of Dam Safety assessment:

• Contribute, through his strong technical background in dam safety, to the team technical achievements and to the upgrade of quality of CESI services;
• Provide technical coordination of specialist’s activities within the project, monitoring and evaluating the activities and assuring timely/quality deliveries to the Clients;
• Support CESI commercial offering in Italy and abroad.

The candidate shall have good knowledge of the fundamentals of the electrical power system and shall also be acquainted on the application of the most common software tools for network modeling (e.g., PSCAD, ATP, EMTP-RV, PSSE, DigSilent or equivalent). According to the various projects, the candidate will be called to develop different activities. In feasibility stage, he/she shall contribute to the selection of the optimal parameters for the HVDC equipment, to be chosen by means of networks and performance studies. During the specification of a HVDC substations, he/she shall define the station layout, the electro-mechanical arrangement, the main equipment selection (e.g. transformers), as well as the possible filter banks (shunt compensators, smoothing reactor, …), the ancillary equipment and the control & protection systems. In construction / commissioning phase, he/she follows the factory and site acceptance tests, assuring the quality of the supplied products. The candidate shall directly interact with the clients and shall guarantee the excellence of the delivery in full compliance with the technical and economic targets of the project. For the execution of the projects, the candidate will coordinate the activities of junior engineers.

The candidate will be called to contribute in different phases of SCADA/EMS/DMS/SAS projects devoted to CESI Clients, eventually starting from an initial assessment and gap analysis of the existing infrastructures, as well as of the applications and platforms operated at the TSOs and DSOs premises, passing through conceptual design and detailed functional specification. The following stages could be a support to the tendering process and the overall owner’s engineering activity, including detailed design review and participation to FAT and SAT. In this case  the candidate will take the responsibility for the organization of the data acquisition on site and surveillance to the installation, management and operation of all the corresponding equipment, as well as for the coordination, execution, monitoring and evaluation of all testing, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities of the new SCADA/EMS/DMS/SAS system, with also possible support to trial operation of the system itself.

The candidate will be called to contribute in different phases of DMS projects devoted to CESI Clients, eventually starting from an initial assessment and gap analysis of the existing Smart Grid and Smart Metering infrastructures, as well as of the applications and platforms operated by the DSOs, passing through conceptual design, detailed functional specification, support to tendering process and overall owner’s engineering activity, including detailed design review and participation to FAT and SAT. The candidate will take the responsibility for the organization of the experts allocated to DMS projects, as well as for the coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the activities assuring timely/quality deliveries to the Clients.

The candidate will be involved on the following activities:

• Technological innovation activities in the field of electricity distribution systems and advanced measurement systems
• Support for startup scouting
• Support for the preparation and organization of Bootcamp events
• Meeting with startups and participation in the definition phase of the PoC (Proof of Concept)
• Preparation of presentations for workshops / summaries or training on solutions

The candidate will be involved on the following activities:

• Testing of charging stations (AC and DC) and their interaction with electric vehicles: PWM, Power Quality, Communication protocols, Interoperability
• Support the team to comply with international standards / standards bodies
• Analysis and implementation of product certification requirements
• Preparation of the test plan for product validation
• Preparation of documents and reporting
• Knowledge of sector standards: IEC 61851-1, IEC 61851-23, EN 61000-2-2 and communication protocols (CHAdeMO, CCS and DIN)