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# Test Engineer (Substation Automation System)

- **Company:** Siemens Plc
- **Location:** UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** £38,469.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Communications Protocols, Ethernet, Modbus, Network Time Protocols, RS-232, RS-485 Standard, SAS (Software), Simple Network Management Protocols, Systems Architecture, Network Switches, Network Routers, Firewalls (Computer Science)
- **Published:** October 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5210485817

## About the Role

* 2-3 years of experience in configuration, testing and troubleshooting of Substation Automation products/Systems.
 * Knowledge on study of client requirement
 * Knowledge on different architectures RSTP, PRP and HSR
 * Hands on experience on configuration and testing of Ethernet Switches, Router and Firewall
 * Working experience on different type of communication Ethernet, Fiber optic, Serial RS232/RS485, PLCC etc.
 * Working experience on Substation Automation and Communication Protocol SNMP, SNTP, Modbus, IEC60870-5-103, IEC61850, IEC60870-5-101 and IEC60870-5-104
 * Knowledge on reading Panel drawings/scheme.
 * Verifications of technical compliances of HW/SW systems
 * Hands on experience in preparation of HMI configuration like SLD, System Architecture, Bay Views, Interlock views etc.
 * Hands on experience on RTU system (A8000) & Device Manager configuration and testing
 * Testing of SAS system and integration with different types of IED's/Meters/Devices.
 * Experience in Customer FAT & inspection compliance
 * Excellent Communication Skills both written and verbal.
 * Critical thinking, reasoning and problem solving are an essential part of this position.
 * Candidate shall be a good team player, agile, resilient, and sincere.
 * Enjoy learning new things and build knowledge base in new area.
 * Additional knowledge of basics on Electrical Protection System will be preferred.
 * Collaborating for new solutions and technologies required in the business to drive new product and offerings.