Commissioning Engineer

Vantage Consulting; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an HV Commissioning Engineer to conduct commissioning and testing of high-voltage equipment. You will support key phases of project delivery, ensuring safe practices and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical or Power Engineering and at least 4 years of relevant experience. A strong understanding of high-voltage systems and protection schemes is essential for this role. Competitive salary with potential travel included.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years' experience in high‑voltage testing and commissioning.
• Practical experience commissioning HV substations up to 132kV.
• Good understanding of protection schemes and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Commission and test high‑voltage equipment and systems.
• Support pre‑commissioning and commissioning phases.
• Contribute to FAT, SAT, and site commissioning activities.

Skills

High-voltage testing

Commissioning experience

Attention to detail

Technical reporting

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering

Tools

Protection relays (Siemens, GE, Schneider, ABB, SEL)

Job description

HV Commissioning Engineer

50k-70k + package

UK based travel

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out commissioning and testing of high‑voltage (HV) equipment and systems under the guidance of senior engineers or commissioning leads.
• Support pre‑commissioning and commissioning phases for substations, transformers, switchgear, and protection systems.
• Perform HV testing activities such as:
  • Primary and secondary injection testing of protection relays
  • Contact resistance (Ductor) and insulation resistance testing
  • AC dielectric withstand tests
  • CT/VT ratio, polarity, and burden checks
  • End‑to‑end scheme verification and functional testing
  • Transformer ratio, winding resistance, and polarity tests
• Assist with system energisation and handover, ensuring all test results and documentation are accurate and complete.
• Contribute to FAT, SAT, and site commissioning activities, identifying technical issues and supporting their resolution.
• Maintain up‑to‑date test records, commissioning schedules, and documentation in accordance with project requirements.
• Promote safe working practices on site and ensure compliance with Health & Safety procedures.
• Work closely with design and protection engineers to review relay settings, logic configurations, and coordination requirements.
• Share technical knowledge and support less experienced team members where appropriate.

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Typically 4-6 years' experience in high‑voltage testing and commissioning, ideally within Power Transmission, Distribution, or Utilities.
• Practical experience commissioning HV substations (up to 132kV or higher desirable).
• Good understanding of protection schemes, control systems, and primary plant (switchgear, transformers, CTs/VTs, circuit breakers).
• Hands‑on experience with major OEM protection relays (e.g. Siemens, GE, Schneider, ABB, SEL).
• Capable of interpreting test data, identifying issues, and contributing to technical solutions.
• Experience supporting FAT, SAT, or system energisation activities.
• Strong attention to detail and competent technical reporting skills.