Commissioning Engineer (High Voltage / Substations)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Company Vehicle

Travel Allowances

Private Healthcare

Pension

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a Commissioning Engineer (High Voltage) for a fully remote role with UK-wide travel. You will lead HV testing and commissioning projects up to 132kV, supported by senior engineers, and gain hands-on experience across utilities, renewables, and critical infrastructure.

You will travel nationwide to project sites, develop your skills, and contribute to safe, high-quality HV installations.

Qualifications

• Electrical background through apprenticeship, HNC/HND or hands-on experience.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead assistant engineers with HV testing & commissioning (up to 132kV+).
• Support equipment setup, safety checks, RAMS and documentation.

Skills

Electrical background

Willing to travel

Education

Apprenticeship

HNC/HND

Tools

SCADA

Fibre optic systems

Job description

Commissioning Engineer (High Voltage)

£80,000 – £90,000 + Training + Company Vehicle + Travel Allowances + Private Healthcare + Pension

Fully Remote (UK Wide Travel)

Are you an electrically trained engineer or technician looking to take a senior role into the world of High Voltage commissioning? Do you want structured training, exposure to major infrastructure projects, and the opportunity to become a fully qualified HV Commissioning Engineer?

This company is a leading specialist in delivering high‑voltage infrastructure across the UK. You’ll be supported by experienced engineers while gaining hands‑on experience with equipment up to 132kV and beyond, working on projects within utilities, renewable energy, and critical infrastructure.

In this role, you will lead assistant engineers with the testing and commissioning of HV systems, learn to carry out primary/secondary injection testing, support with site safety documentation, and prepare detailed reports. You will travel nationwide to project sites, developing your skills while playing a vital role in the delivery of safe, reliable, high‑quality HV installations.

This role suits someone with an electrical background (apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or practical experience), keen to specialise in HV commissioning and progress their career with a company offering training, progression, and excellent benefits.

The Role:

• Lead assistant engineers with HV testing & commissioning (up to 132kV+)
• Support with equipment setup, safety checks, RAMS and documentation
• Learn injection testing, relay testing and SCADA/fibre optic systems

The Person:

• Experience is 400kV GIS substation
• Electrical background (apprenticeship / HNC / HND / hands‑on experience)
• Full UK driving licence, willing to travel nationwide

Reference: BBBH22557

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.