Assistant Commissioning Engineer (High Voltage)

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

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Commissioning Engineer to join a specialist team delivering high-voltage infrastructure across the UK. Offering a salary of £85,000 - £90,000, the role includes comprehensive training and a company vehicle. Responsibilities include assisting with testing and commissioning of HV systems while ensuring safety protocols. This position is ideal for electrically trained engineers keen to specialize in HV commissioning, with opportunities for career progression and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Private healthcare

Pension

Travel allowances

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Electrically trained engineer or technician with an apprenticeship or practical experience.
• Willingness to specialize in HV commissioning and travel nationwide.
• Keen to progress with structured training.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Electrical engineering principles

Testing and commissioning of HV systems

Site safety documentation

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

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.