Job Description

Location: Osaka, Japan

Please note: This position is open only to candidates who already possess the legal right to work in Japan.

A new opportunity has arisen for a skilled Power Solutions Business (PSB) Commissioning Engineer to oversee and bring expertise to our team.

As a Power Solutions Business (PSB) Commissioning Engineer in MTU Japan, Osaka, you will play a critical role in leading and executing commissioning activities for our power generation systems. You will be responsible for managing the successful installation, integration, testing, and handover of mtu systems in alignment with project and customer requirements. This position requires strong technical expertise, hands-on commissioning experience, and the ability to manage on-site execution in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Rolls-Royce Power Systems is headquartered in Friedrichshafen in southern Germany and employs around 9,000 people. The product portfolio includes mtu-brand high-speed engines and propulsion systems for ships, power generation, heavy land, rail and defense vehicles and for the oil and gas industry as well as diesel and gas systems and battery containers for mission critical, standby and continuous power, combined generation of heat and power, and microgrids.

At Rolls-Royce, we look beyond tomorrow. We continually pioneer integrated power and propulsion solutions to deliver cleaner, safer and more competitive power.

Key Accountabilities

• Plan, lead, and execute commissioning activities for Power Solutions Business (PSB) projects involving power generation systems including diesel and gas generator sets.
• Manage on-site activities from system installation supervision to final handover, ensuring timely and quality execution.
• Oversee testing, integration, troubleshooting, and performance verification of complete systems and components.
• Lead acceptance tests and commissioning validation with customers and their representatives.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for internal project teams and customers during the commissioning phase.
• Prepare, document, and submit all relevant reports such as commissioning protocols, punch lists, acceptance forms, technical investigations, and final site reports.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards during commissioning works.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by providing technical feedback on system performance, process gaps, and commissioning documentation.
• Coordinate closely with cross-functional project, service, engineering, and logistics teams to ensure effective execution and resolution of technical issues.
• Support resource planning and scheduling activities, ensuring efficient use of manpower and material.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Marine Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in commissioning and project execution of diesel or gas generator sets or integrated power systems.
• Strong technical knowledge in power generation systems, control systems, electrical wiring, and mechanical installations.
• Proven ability to interpret technical drawings, wiring schematics, and layout diagrams.
• Solid track record in site management, troubleshooting, test protocol execution, and client handling.
• Familiar with industry standards and local safety regulations relevant to power generation projects.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both verbal and written formats.
• Proficiency in English is required; Japanese language skills are preferred and would be highly advantageous.
• Strong sense of initiative, accountability, and ability to work independently in field environments.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel across Japan and occasionally overseas for project commissioning assignments.

Why Join US?

We offer excellent opportunities to develop, along with a competitive salary and exceptional benefits.

Pioneer optimum performance

Join us and you’ll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for brilliance and innovation.

Our People are our Power

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