Commissioning Engineer

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking an experienced HV Commissioning Engineer for a 6-month contract to support the commissioning of high-voltage substations. This role involves planning and executing commissioning tasks, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and working on large-scale energy infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in HV commissioning and relevant qualifications in Electrical Engineering.

Benefits

Weekly payroll

Opportunity to work on large scale projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience commissioning HV substations up to 400kV.
• Strong knowledge of HV equipment testing, including CTs/VTs.
• Able to interpret electrical schematics and commissioning plans.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute commissioning of HV substations up to 400kV.
• Conduct HV equipment testing and produce method statements.
• Ensure compliance with Electrical Safety Rules and project-specific procedures.

Skills

HV equipment testing

Electrical schematics interpretation

Protection systems knowledge

SCADA system integration

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent in Power Systems

Job description

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Commissioning Engineer, north east england

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Client:

V7 Recruitment

Location:

north east england, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

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Job Description:

Role: HV Commissioning Engineer

Location: North East

V7 are looking for an experienced HV Commissioning Engineer to support the commissioning of high-voltage substations and energy infrastructure projects across the UK. This role is essential in delivering safe, efficient, and technically robust commissioning of substations up to 400kV.

• 6-month initial contract
• Weekly payroll
• Opportunity to work on large scale project

The Role:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute commissioning of high-voltage (HV) substations up to 400kV, including transformers, switchgear, and associated systems.
• Conduct HV equipment testing, including: CT (Current Transformer) and VT (Voltage Transformer) circuits, protection relay configuration and functional testing, primary/secondary injection testing, I/O (Input/Output) point-to-point testing
• Produce and review method statements, test plans, and commissioning records in accordance with safety and quality standards.
• Liaise with DNOs, National Grid, ICPs, OEMs, and internal teams for safe and timely energisation.
• Ensure compliance with Electrical Safety Rules, CDM regulations, and project-specific switching procedures.

The Requirements:

• Proven experience commissioning HV substations up to 400kV
• Strong knowledge of HV equipment testing, including CTs/VTs, protection systems, and control circuits.
• Familiar with I/O testing and SCADA system integration
• National Grid experience is desirable
• HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems.
• Able to interpret electrical schematics, protection grading studies, and commissioning plans.

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