Commissioning Manager – Offshore​/Onshore Substations

We’re Hiring:
Commissioning Manager – Offshore / Onshore Substations

Are you an experienced commissioning professional with a strong background in offshore and onshore substations?

We are looking for a Commissioning Manager to coordinate and oversee commissioning activities for large-scale energy and infrastructure projects, ensuring safe, compliant, and timely delivery of complex systems from construction to operation.

This is a long-term assignment (until end of 2027) on major international renewable energy projects.

Locations: Germany / Europe-based (with international travel)
Type: Freelance or Employment
Level: Senior / Expert

• Plan, coordinate, and manage commissioning activities across offshore and onshore substations

• Act as the main interface between contractors, project management, O&M, HSE, and QA/QC teams

• Oversee commissioning strategies, schedules, and system readiness

• Monitor commissioning progress and report status, risks, and deviations

• Review and approve commissioning documentation, procedures, ITPs, and test records

• Coordinate FAT, SAT, and system integration activities

• Ensure compliance with technical specifications, standards, permits, and HSE requirements

• Support handover and acceptance of systems into operation

• 5+ years of experience in commissioning management for substations, offshore platforms, or industrial projects

• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, and auxiliary systems

• Experience working with EPC / EPCI contractors

• Solid knowledge of DIN VDE, IEC, and relevant offshore standards

• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills

• Fluent English required;
  German is a plus

• Willingness to travel and work on-site when required

Ready to take on the challenge — or know someone who fits? Let’s connect.