Assistant Commissioning Engineer (High Voltage)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency seeks an Assistant Commissioning Engineer for high voltage infrastructure projects. This role involves assisting engineers with testing HV systems and requires an electrical background. You will benefit from structured training, opportunities for career progression, and excellent perks including a company vehicle and private healthcare. Ideal candidates are those eager to specialize in HV commissioning and willing to travel nationwide.

Benefits

Training

Company Vehicle

Travel Allowances

Private Healthcare

Pension

Qualifications

• Electrically trained engineer or technician looking for senior role.
• Experience with HV systems and commissioning preferred.
• Keen to specialize in High Voltage commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead engineers with testing and commissioning of HV systems.
• Carry out primary/secondary injection testing.
• Prepare detailed reports and support site safety documentation.

Skills

Electrical background

High Voltage commissioning

Safety documentation

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Commissioning Engineer (HV / SSE Authorisation)

£85,000 - £90,000 + Training + Company Vehicle + Travel Allowances + Private Healthcare + Pension

Aberdeen

Are you an electrically trained engineer or technician looking to take a senior role into the world of High Voltage commissioning? Do you want structured training, exposure to major infrastructure projects, and the opportunity to become a fully qualified HV Commissioning Engineer?

This company is a leading specialist in delivering high‑voltage infrastructure across the UK. You'll be supported by experienced engineers while gaining hands‑on experience with equipment up to 132kV and beyond, working on projects within utilities, renewable energy, and critical infrastructure.

In this role, you will assist lead engineers with the testing and commissioning of HV systems, learn to carry out primary/secondary injection testing, support with site safety documentation, and prepare detailed reports. You will travel nationwide to project sites, developing your skills while playing a vital role in the delivery of safe, reliable, high‑quality HV installations.

This role suits someone with an electrical background (apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or practical experience), keen to specialise in HV commissioning and progress their career with a company offering training, progression, and excellent benefits.