System Engineer / Commissioning Engineer
Pubblicato il 18-09-2026 - Signify in Milano
Milano, Italy Category Sales Posted Date 09/17/2026 Job Id 362044
About Signify
Through bold discovery and cutting-edge innovation, we lead an industry that is vital for the future of our planet: lighting. Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, we're breaking new ground in data analytics, AI, and smart solutions for homes, offices, cities, and beyond.
At Signify, you can shape tomorrow by building on our incredible 125+ year legacy while working toward even bolder sustainability goals. Our culture of continuous learning, creativity, and commitment to diversity and inclusion empowers you to grow your skills and career.
Join us, and together, we’ll transform our industry, making a lasting difference for brighter lives and a better world.
More about the role
This is an exciting job opportunity for you to light the way as a System Engineer in Italy with Signify.
What you will be doing:
- ️ Bring Systems to Life
- Support the activation and commissioning of systems — from powering up to fine-tuning performance.
- Carry out on-site checks to verify functionality and ensure everything runs as intended.
- Collaborate with project teams to make sure systems are handed over in full working order.
- Diagnose and resolve issues during commissioning to ensure a clean and reliable launch.
Capture the Story
- Document commissioning results and service actions in digital forms, checklists, or reports.
- Maintain clear records of system configurations, updates, and issue history.
- Contribute insights from the field or remote platforms to help improve system reliability and user experience.
Monitor, Manage, and Maintain
- Use remote tools and platforms to track system status, performance,
and alerts across multiple sites.
- Analyze data logs and dashboards to detect early signs of malfunction or deviation.
- Coordinate on-site interventions only when necessary, based on remote diagnostics.
- Schedule or trigger preventive tasks and firmware updates from a central interface.
Be the On-Site (and Remote) Expert
- Represent the technical side of the project both on-site during commissioning and remotely during operation.
- Provide guidance to field teams or clients using clear, actionable communication.
- Stay alert to system behavior and always prioritize safety, uptime, and performance.
More about you
While we value and appreciate all applicants, we believe that the following experience and skills will be needed to shine brightly in this job opening:
Technical Background
- Educational foundation in Electronics, Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related vocational or technical field.
- Understanding of basic control systems, signal types (digital/analog), and low-voltage electrical installations.
- Able to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
️ Hands-on Experience
- Experience with wiring, commissioning, or troubleshooting of field devices.
- Ability to connect and configure field components according to wiring diagrams or project plans.
- Exposure to communication protocols like DALI, Modbus, 0–10V, KNX, BACnet, or similar (even at a basic level).
- Capable of performing functional tests, checking inputs/outputs, and verifying system behavior.
Soft Skills & Personal Traits
- Strong problem-solving mindset – methodical and calm when diagnosing issues.
- A safety-first attitude and awareness of standard electrical and site protocols.
- Good communication skills – able to interact with team members, clients, and supervisors professionally.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work in dynamic field environments, sometimes under time pressure.
- Willingness to learn new tools, systems, and technologies relevant to the role.
- Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Other Requirements
- FLUENT in Italian and good English skills
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel between sites.
- Availability for occasional evening or weekend work, especially during commissioning phases.
Everything we’ll do for you
You can grow a lasting career here. We’ll encourage you, support you, and challenge you. We’ll help you learn and progress in a way that’s right for you, with coaching and mentoring along the way. We’ll listen to you too, because we see and value every one of our 27,000+ people. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a full spectrum of bright ideas. With a global workforce present in 70+ countries, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued, helping us all achieve more together.
Come join us, and together we can light up the future.