Commissioning Engineer

Schneider Electric; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical distribution company is seeking a Commissioning Service Engineer to install, commission, and maintain electrical equipment. The role requires travel within the UK and internationally. Candidates should have experience with switchgear, possess a full driving license, and be knowledgeable in electrical safety. Competitive salary, annual leave, and wellness support offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme

28 Days Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Employee Share Ownership Programme

Gym Flex

Qualifications

• Experience with installation, commissioning, maintenance & repair of switchgear.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in various locations.
• Full driving license required.
• Knowledge of electrical safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Supervise/perform activities on switchgear and transformers.
• Installation and commissioning of electrical equipment.
• Participate in OnCall rota for emergency support.

Skills

Installation of switchgear

Commissioning

Maintenance of electrical equipment

High Voltage Testing

Control Circuit Wiring testing

Risk assessment

Education

Degree/HNC in Electrical Engineering or relevant experience

Job description

Commissioning Service Engineer - HV/LV Switchgear

Your Mission:
To perform installation, commissioning, modification and maintenance of electrical distribution equipment at UK and overseas locations. Travelling to various locations in UK & Overseas and work in flexible 24/7 cover in a rotating shift pattern.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise/perform activities on switchgear, transformers and related equipment between the voltage range of 400 v - 33 kV.
• Off‑loading of new panels, switchgear and transformers.
• Installation of new panels.
• Commissioning of Electrical Equipment.
• Wiring Modifications and Retrofit upgrades.
• Planned Maintenance – from visual to intrusive across our product range.
• Partial Discharge testing, thermal imaging, oil samples etc.
• Systems testing and fault diagnosis.
• Installation of EAA sensors and required hardware.
• Work in a safe environment – perform site risk assessments and assist in producing method statements.
• Document test results and produce site work reports.
• Contribute to the formulation of offers for site activities.
• Assist with works tests when necessary.
• Contribute to customer training activities.
• Promote the Company's service activities, identify and pursue business opportunities.
• Participate in the OnCall rota system to provide emergency support to our customers 24/7.
• Supervising personnel onsite which will include members of your own team and sub-contractors.
• Liaise with the installation/project managers.

Important Criteria for this role

• Produce site reports/test results within 2 working days of completing a contract.
• Complete time sheets, expenses on a weekly basis.
• Complete Health & Safety documentation on a weekly basis whilst in a supervisory role.
• Complete Method Statements & Risk assessments within timescales set.
• Complete installations & maintenance against agreed timescales.

Qualifications

About You:

• Previous working experience of installation, commissioning, maintenance & repair of switchgear & associated plant.
• Have experience of working alone and as part of a team at UK, overseas and offshore locations.
• Be customer/results focused and demonstrate a 'service' disposition.
• Be willing to work at nuclear, military and offshore locations.
• Hold a full driving license.
• Be well grounded in the principles & application of electrical safety from the risks associated with live HV networks.
• Demonstrate appropriate underpinning knowledge in the form of academic qualifications (e.g. Degree/HNC) or relevant experience.
• Good experience of High Voltage Testing (415 v - 33 kV systems), CT Magnetisation Curves and CT Primary Injection.
• Experience of Relay Secondary Injection (Both electromechanical and solid state relays) and VT Primary Injection.
• Experience of Control Circuit Wiring testing & modification and Mechanical/Electrical function testing of 415 v - 33 kV switchboards & networks.

At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future.

We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who considers themselves living with a disability.

What we offer you

• Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme
• 28 Days Annual Leave
• Public Holidays
• Holiday Buy & Sell programme
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Share Ownership Programme
• Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options
• Gym Flex
• Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally)
• Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.

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