Test & Commissioning Engineer – Generator Control and Protection Systems (TFA)

Job Requirements

Job Title: Test & Commissioning Engineer – Generator Control and Protection Systems (Test Field Advisors (TFA)

Location: Japan (with overseas assignments, primarily in the United States & Asia)

Background: Customer factory is specializing in engineering and manufacturing electrical equipment for thermal power plants, including combustion turbines and combined cycle power plants. With the rapid increase in overseas projects - especially in the U.S. due to data center construction - we are expanding our team to address the growing demand for skilled Test Field Advisors (TFA).

Work Scope: You will be responsible for testing and commissioning electrical equipment related to generator control and protection systems at thermal power plant sites.

Experience: 6 to 12 years

Equipment Includes:

Generator Exciters

Static Frequency Converters (SFC)

Generator Control Panels

Protection Relays for Generator/Transformer

Auto Synchronizers

Key Responsibilities:

Perform testing of generator-related panels and circuits at site

Conduct interface checks between panels

Commission generators and associated systems

Execute site tests before and after GT (Gas Turbine) start-up

Typical Site Activities:

Before GT Start:

Power receiving

Panel testing within scope

Loop checks with external panels

Interlock and phase relation tests

After GT Start:

No-load and on-load tests (50%, 75%, 100%)

Load rejection tests

Performance tests

Special tests required by grid operators (e.g., NERC compliance)

Work Experience

Required Skills & Experience:

Technical Experience:

Minimum 5 years in testing and commissioning electrical systems for thermal power plants.

Hands-on experience with generator control systems, excitation systems, and protection relays

Strong understanding of generator main circuit, synchronization, and interlock logic

Experience in site testing procedures, including:

Power receiving and energization

Loop checks and interface verification

Interlock and phase relation tests

Load rejection and performance tests

Familiarity with grid compliance standards (e.g., NERC, IEEE)

Preferred Experience:

Commissioning of combined cycle power plants

Knowledge of Static Frequency Converter (SFC) operation and troubleshooting

Experience with SCADA/DCS systems integration

Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and logic drawings

Previous overseas commissioning experience

Soft Skills:

English communication skills for technical discussions and reporting

Ability to work in multicultural teams and adapt to overseas site conditions

Problem-solving and troubleshooting under time constraints