# Siemens Relay Testing Engineer (SIPROTEC / DIGSI5)

> Experts Plus Recruitment Services · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · Full-time · Posted 2026-04-14

**Workplace:** on_site

## 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.

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