Commissioning Engineer, Gas Insulated Switchgear

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; England; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a Commissioning Engineer specialized in Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) to strengthen the UK energy network. You will lead on-site testing and commissioning across the UK, following a structured training program and ensuring high safety and quality standards.

After training, you will own projects, coordinate with stakeholders, and deliver reliable, compliant GIS solutions. A hybrid work environment is offered, with visa restrictions noted for this role.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in testing and commissioning MV/HV switchgear.
• Certification in GIS commissioning is desirable (Technical training provided).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute on-site testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
• Ensure functionality and measurements align with specifications.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver projects safely and successfully.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and implement quality assurance measures.
• Build relationships with customers and pursue new business opportunities.
• Prepare field reports, protocols, and site progress updates.
• Embody Hitachi Energy values of safety and integrity.

Skills

MV/HV switchgear testing

GIS commissioning

Stakeholder collaboration

Safety compliance

UK driving license

Education

BSc/BEng in electrical engineering or HNC

Job description

Commissioning Engineer, Gas Insulated Switchgear

As a Commissioning Engineer, Gas Insulated Switchgear, you will play a vital role in strengthening the UK’s energy network. In this critical position, you’ll ensure the safe, timely testing and commissioning of Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) across the UK—helping deliver reliable energy solutions that keep the country moving.

After a comprehensive training program, you’ll take ownership of projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and optimal results in line with Hitachi Energy’s world-class standards.

Please note we are unable to provide visa support on this position.

How you’ll make an impact

Take ownership of the coordination and execution of on-site testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities by ensuring functionality and measurements are in accordance with the specifications

Use your working knowledge of Gas Insulated Switchgear to make informed decisions on technical matters

Proactively collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects/services are safely and successfully delivered

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and implement necessary quality assurance measures to minimize project risks

Build relationships with our customers, pursue new business opportunities, and ensure a high level of satisfaction

Prepare field-related reports, protocols, and updates on site progress

Live the Hitachi Energy core values of safety, integrity, and take responsibility for your own actions to ensure the success of our business and its people

Your background

BSc/BEng in electrical engineering or HNC equivalent with demonstrable experience

Experience in testing and commissioning Medium Voltage (MV) /High Voltage (HV) switchgear and use of associated equipment

Certification in GIS commissioning is desirable (Technical training is provided)

Analytical and proactive problem-solving skills to handle project challenges

High attention to detail and focus on handing over safe and reliable switchgear

Good communication skills, ability to communicate at all levels

Valid UK Driving License

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:

Generous annual leave plus public holidays with the ability to buying & selling leave days

Enhanced pension plan with competitive employer contributions

Private healthcare for our employees

Health screening program and Dental Plan

Maternity, paternity, parental leave

Critical illness plan, Life insurance and income protection

Fitness & health benefits (access to gyms, studios, on-demand exercise classes and library of wellness apps)

Employee Assistance Program

Performance-based rewards and recognition

We operate in a hybrid work environment and work on updating our people lead flexible benefits on a regular basis.

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location, and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations and some flexible benefits may require employee contribution.

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.