Commissioning Engineer

Greenvolt Group; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Company Pension

Death in Service

Income Protection

Professional Membership fees

Training and CPD

Job summary

A renewable energy company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to manage the commissioning process for utility-scale solar projects. Your role will involve overseeing testing and ensuring safe compliance with grid connections. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of high-voltage systems, hands-on experience with protection relay configuration, and a degree in Electrical or Power Engineering. This position offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and professional training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of HV systems up to 132kV, including protection, control, and switching operations.
• Proven experience commissioning utility-scale solar PV or large renewable energy projects.
• Hands-on experience with protection relay configuration and testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and carry out the commissioning of utility-scale solar farms.
• Manage commissioning plans, schedules, and documentation.
• Perform testing and configuration of protection relays.

Skills

HV systems knowledge

Protection relay configuration

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree or HND in Electrical or Power Engineering

Tools

Micom

Siemens

ABB

Schneider

Job description

Greenvolt Next is committed to the Distributed Energy Generation, as this is one of the main axes of energy transition and key to reduce the costs of energy bills. We have partnerships across Europe relying on local knowledge and market expertise.

We're looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to take ownership of the commissioning process for utility-scale solar projects. You'll be responsible for managing, executing, and documenting all commissioning activities, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient grid connection and operation of large-scale renewable energy systems.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of HV systems up to 132kV, a solid understanding of protection systems, and hands‑on experience delivering grid-connected solar projects. You'll work closely with project engineers, ICP contractors, and local DNOs to bring each site online safely and on schedule.

You will be responsible for the execution of Hot and Cold commissioning, which will include visual inspection, IR testing, wiring continuity/point‑to‑point check, CT/VT IR test, ductor test, secondary current injection test and possibly hipot test. Functional operation of switchgear to include interlocking.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and carry out the commissioning of utility-scale solar farms from initial testing through to grid connection and handover
• Manage commissioning plans, schedules, and documentation to ensure full compliance with project and regulatory requirements
• Perform testing and configuration of protection relays, including fault analysis, settings verification, and final approval with the DNO
• LV cold commissioning
• Commission and operate HV and LV switchgear, including the operation of circuit breakers and measurement of CT/VT values
• Execute G99 and G100 testing, ensuring compliance with grid code requirementsSupport and review electrical designs, contributing to design modifications or improvements where required
• Liaise with ICPs, DNOs, and grid operators to coordinate testing and approvals
• Verify the correct operation of SCADA, metering, and communication systems during commissioning
• Maintain accurate commissioning records, settings files, and test reports
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures and relevant standards

Required Experience

• Proven experience commissioning utility-scale solar PV or large renewable energy projects
• Strong understanding of HV systems up to 132kV, including protection, control, and switching operations
• Experience with grid connection processes and dealing with DNOs and ICPs
• Hands‑on experience with protection relay configuration and testing (e.g., Micom, Siemens, ABB, Schneider or similar)
• Solid working knowledge of G99/G100 compliance testing
• Familiar with electrical design principles, single‑line diagrams, and grid/electrical studies
• Excellent organisational and communication skills with a practical approach to problem solving

Technical Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Electrical or Power Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Recognised HV operational authorisation (SAP or AP level) desirable
• Certified experience or training in protection relay testing and configuration
• ECS/CSCS and HV/LV authorisations as appropriate for site work
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Company Pension
• Death in Service
• Income Protection
• Professional Membership fees
• Training and CPD

This job description is intended as a general guideline and is not exhaustive; it is a flexible document and may be subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the company.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and give consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!

Note this role is based in Ireland and you must be based in Ireland to complete the tasks of this role

We want an energy transition for everyone from everyone.

Please note: We do not require assistance from recruitment agencies and will not be accepting unsolicited agency submissions for this vacancy.