Commissioning Engineer

Omega Resource Group; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Company vehicle

Private medical

Pension scheme

Life assurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Training & progression

Flexible benefits

Employee assistance

Job summary

Omega Resource Group is seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join a field-based team delivering electrical distribution projects across the UK. You will commission, test and support LV/11kV/33kV switchgear and work on SCADA integration.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering, at least five years' experience, and a full UK driving licence; travel across the UK with occasional overnight stays is expected. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in switchgear commissioning or field service engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electrical protection commissioning and relay testing.
• Experience with LV, 11kV and 33kV networks and SCADA systems.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel UK-wide.

Responsibilities

• Commission, test and fault-find LV, 11kV and 33kV distribution systems.
• Configure switchgear, protection relays and control equipment.
• Support installation, maintenance, repair, upgrade and retrofit work.
• Deliver technical support remotely and on customer sites.
• Assist with SCADA commissioning, troubleshooting and field support.
• Produce commission reports and project documentation to high standards.
• Provide technical guidance to customers and stakeholders.
• Build strong customer relationships and identify upsell opportunities.
• Ensure safety and compliance with industry standards and procedures.
• Travel across the UK to support projects, with occasional overnight stays.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Excellent communication

Customer-facing

Independent working

Full UK driving licence

Field service experience

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Tools

Protection testing software

SCADA integration tools

Job description

Commissioning Engineer (Switchgear)

South England

Experience Dependent + Bonus + Commercial Vehicle + Private Medical

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join a leading engineering organisation delivering critical electrical infrastructure projects across the UK. Working within a highly skilled service team, you'll play a key role in commissioning, testing and supporting electrical distribution systems for customers across a range of industrial, utility and infrastructure environments.

This is a field-based position offering exposure to complex projects, advanced technologies and excellent long-term career development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Commission, test and fault-find LV, 11kV and 33kV electrical distribution systems.
• Commission and configure switchgear, protection relays and associated control equipment.
• Support installation, maintenance, repair, upgrade and retrofit activities.
• Deliver technical support both remotely and on customer sites.
• Assist with SCADA systems including commissioning, troubleshooting and field support.
• Produce commissioning reports and project documentation to a high standard.
• Provide technical guidance and consultancy to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring a high level of service delivery.
• Identify opportunities for additional service, maintenance and upgrade solutions.
• Ensure all activities are completed safely and in line with industry standards and company procedures.
• Travel throughout the UK to support customer projects, including occasional overnight stays.

Experience / Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronic Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience within switchgear commissioning, testing or field service engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electrical protection commissioning and relay testing.
• Experience working with LV, 11kV and 33kV electrical networks.
• Proven background supporting and commissioning SCADA systems.
• Experience using protection testing and commissioning software.
• Strong understanding of current electrical safety legislation and best practice.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload across multiple sites.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Commercial vehicle.
• Private medical cover.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Flexible benefits package.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Ongoing technical training and development.
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing engineering environment.

Ideal background / Previous roles may include: Commissioning Engineer, Senior Commissioning Engineer, Electrical Commissioning Engineer, Protection & Control Engineer, Protection Engineer, Protection Commissioning Engineer, Electrical Field Service Engineer, HV Commissioning Engineer, Power Systems Engineer, Electrical Test Engineer, Relay Protection Engineer, Substation Commissioning Engineer, Controls & Commissioning Engineer and SCADA Engineer