Baden
Senior Engineer Network Protection Systems (m/f/d)
- 06 September 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent), English (Intermediate)
- 5400 Baden
About the job
Workload: 80 - 100 %
Do you want to actively shape the future of energy supply? In this responsible role, you will contribute your expertise in network protection systems and work together with a dedicated team on safe and reliable high-voltage networks. As part of a succession plan, we are looking for an open-minded and committed individual as an engineer for our network protection systems in Eastern Switzerland at our Baden location.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Creation of concepts, technical reports and evaluations in the field of network protection, primarily in the 110 and 50 kV high-voltage network.
Preparation of setting calculations for network protection
Technical management and deputy deployment planning of the commissioning team
Advising our customers and developing appropriate protection concepts
Monitoring the correct protection functionality in our network area and deriving measures
Fault analyses including preparation of reports after network short circuits
Preparation of offers for network protection and commissioning projects
Offer calculation and preparation for secondary services focusing on control, protection and commissioning
Project/subproject management in projects focusing on secondary technical systems
Profile and Skills
Completed engineering degree FH/ETH/U in electrical engineering/energy technology or equivalent qualification
Several years of professional experience in the field of electrical protection systems for substations and ideally also power plants
Professional experience in commissioning protection/control devices of high-voltage systems
Responsible and decisive personality
Good IT skills: MS Office
Very good German and good English skills, French desirable
Independence, reliability and ability to work in a team
Ability to pass on expertise to other employees and to lead them technically
About the Team
We offer you a team-oriented environment with a collegial working atmosphere where you can actively contribute your strengths and thus contribute to the success of Axpo. You will find a well-coordinated, motivated and open team of specialists. In addition, you have the opportunity to acquire specialised knowledge, take on technical responsibility and develop personally as well as professionally. You will be comprehensively introduced to your responsible and varied tasks by the previous post holder and the deployment planner - with whom you will work closely in the team.
Benefits:
In our company, we strive for a culture of continuous learning, personal development and commitment to the community at a national level. We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources they need for their success, and we are confident that you will enjoy being part of our team!
Flexible working hours
Enjoy flexible working hours and the possibility to work up to 50% remotely - for the perfect balance between work and private life.
Generous pension provision
We cover 60% of the contributions for your pension provision - for a secure future.
Health comes first
100% continued payment of salary in case of illness or accident and access to an exclusive mental health platform with five free sessions with a psychologist.
Parental leave
16 weeks maternity leave (100% continued payment of salary) and 10 days paternity leave (100% continued payment of salary) to spend valuable time with your family.
Support for your family
Up to 20% reimbursement of childcare costs (max. CHF 4,800 per year).
Exclusive discounts
Attractive discounts on petrol, insurance and mobile phone services with partner companies such as Shell, Avia, Sunrise and Swisscom.
Public transport
With a free half-fare travelcard (max. CHF 190) you can travel cheaply from A to B.
At the Axpo Group, we are committed to a culture of non-discrimination, tolerance and inclusion. As an employer who lives equal opportunities, we welcome applications regardless of ethnic origin, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability as well as socio-economic, cultural and religious background. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive recruitment process as well as a discrimination-free working environment for all.
