HV Commissioning Engineer

Darwin Recruitment; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 83,000 - 131,000; Part time

Job summary

Darwin Engineering is seeking an experienced HV Commissioning Engineer for a mission-critical data centre project in Germany. The role focuses on commissioning and testing HV/MV electrical systems, coordinating FAT/SAT, and supporting system energisation to ensure safe, timely delivery.

With strong knowledge of HV protection, switchgear, transformers and test procedures, you will review drawings, procedures and specs, troubleshoot issues, and maintain comprehensive commissioning records from

Qualifications

• HV commissioning experience in data centres or critical infrastructure.
• Knowledge of HV/MV switchgear, transformers, protection relays and power distribution.
• Experience with primary and secondary injection testing, FATs, SATs and system energisation.
• Understanding HV safety procedures, isolation, earthing and permits to work.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and produce commissioning documentation.
• HV authorisation and experience with integrated systems testing (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Commission and test HV/MV electrical systems, including switchgear, transformers, power cables and protection systems.
• Carry out primary and secondary injection testing, protection relay testing and functional testing.
• Coordinate and witness FAT and SAT.
• Support system energisation, HV switching activities and IST.
• Review commissioning plans, test procedures, electrical drawings and specifications.
• Troubleshoot faults, resolve technical issues and manage outstanding works through to completion.
• Maintain commissioning records, test results and handover documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, project teams and clients to ensure safe, timely delivery in line with project requirements.

Skills

HV commissioning

Data centre experience

Electrical testing

Safety procedures

Job description

Darwin Engineering are currently looking for an experienced HV Commissioning Engineer to join their team on a mission-critical data centre project based in Germany.

Job Title – HV Commissioning Engineer

Client Location – Germany

Client Industry – Data Centre

Contract Length – Ongoing Project

Contract Type – Contract / Freelance

Project Focus

• Commission and test HV/MV electrical systems, including switchgear, transformers, power cables and protection systems.
• Carry out primary and secondary injection testing, protection relay testing and functional testing.
• Coordinate and witness Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Support system energisation, HV switching activities and integrated systems testing (IST).
• Review commissioning plans, test procedures, electrical drawings and technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot faults, resolve technical issues and manage outstanding works through to completion.
• Maintain commissioning records, test results and handover documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, project teams and clients to ensure safe, timely delivery in line with project requirements.

Key Skills and Experience Required

• Previous HV commissioning experience within data centres or other critical infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of HV/MV switchgear, transformers, protection relays and power distribution.
• Experience with primary and secondary injection testing, FATs, SATs and system energisation.
• Understanding of HV safety procedures, isolation, earthing and permits to work.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and produce commissioning documentation.
• Relevant electrical qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• HV authorisation and experience with integrated systems testing. (desired)
• Strong communication, problem-solving skills and commitment to health and safety.