Siemens Relay Testing Engineer (SIPROTEC / DIGSI5)

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Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on site Until 8/21/2026 10+ years exp First posted April 15, 2026 Last posted April 15, 2026
Job description

We are seeking an experienced Relay Testing Engineer with strong expertise in protection relay configuration, testing, and commissioning, particularly within SIPROTEC 4 and SIPROTEC 5 relay systems. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring reliable protection schemes through relay configuration, testing, and fault analysis in power systems.

Requirements

Relay Configuration & Parameterization

  • Configure and parameterize SIPROTEC 5 protection relays using DIGSI5 engineering software.
  • Perform hardware configuration, protection function settings, and CFC logic programming.
  • Implement and manage IEC 61850 communication settings.

Relay Testing & Commissioning

  • Conduct relay protection testing using DIGSI5 testing tools and integrated test sequencer.
  • Perform functional testing for protection schemes including:
    • Overcurrent (OC)
    • Earth Fault (EF)
    • Distance Protection
    • Differential Protection
    • Power Swing Blocking
    • Switch-On-To-Fault (SOTF)

IEC 61850 & Communication Configuration

  • Configure and validate GOOSE messaging and MMS communication.
  • Prepare and manage SCL files (ICD, CID, SCD).
  • Coordinate with SCADA teams to validate communication interfaces.

Fault Analysis & Diagnostics

  • Extract and analyze fault records, trip logs, and disturbance waveforms.
  • Use SIGRA software for disturbance analysis and protection performance evaluation.

Documentation & Reporting

  • Prepare relay configuration files, protection setting sheets, test reports, and commissioning documentation.
  • Maintain accurate technical records and ensure compliance with project and operational standards.

Technical Skills

  • Strong expertise in DIGSI5 engineering software.
  • Hands-on experience with SIPROTEC 4 and SIPROTEC 5 relay families.
  • Familiarity with relay testing equipment such as OMICRON or Megger test sets.
  • Solid understanding of power system protection principles including:
    • Overcurrent Protection
    • Earth Fault Protection
    • Distance Protection
    • Differential Protection

Educational Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Power Engineering.
  • 10–12 years of experience in protection relay testing, configuration, and commissioning within power systems or substations.
About this role

Summary

Configure, test, and commission SIPROTEC relays; analyze faults; prepare documentation.

Job title

Relay Testing Engineer

Experience level

10-12 years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

power

Location requirements

Abu Dhabi, UAE; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

DIGSI5SIPROTEC 4SIPROTEC 5relay testingpower system protection

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

protection relayDIGSI5IEC 61850fault analysispower system protection
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

On-site City