Commissioning Engineer SP141

Capula; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking an enthusiastic SR141 Authorised Engineer to join their team in Bristol. The role involves testing and commissioning electrical Protection & Control Systems on various projects across the UK. Candidates must have National Grid SR141 authorization and extensive experience in commissioning HV substations. The company offers a range of benefits, including flexible working options, healthcare, and support for professional development. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to energy infrastructure safety and reliability.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working options

Pension & life assurance

Private healthcare

Support in achieving professional engineer status

Qualifications

• Current or previous National Grid SR141 authorisation is essential.
• Extensive experience in commissioning HV substations and control systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and complete site acceptance testing and commissioning activities for HV substations.
• Perform functional and performance testing of protection systems.
• Lead site teams, enforce safety standards, and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Commissioning HV substations

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

🔧 The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven SR141 Authorised Engineer to join our Energy Business. You’ll play a critical role in testing and commissioning electrical Protection & Control Systems — from modifications of existing systems through to full replacements and new installations.

This is a high‑impact role, suitable for experienced Commissioning Engineers with current or previous National Grid SR141 authorisation. You’ll split your time between our Stone Head Office and client sites across the UK, working on projects that keep the nation’s energy infrastructure running safely and reliably.

📋 Key Responsibilities

• Plan and complete site acceptance testing and commissioning activities for HV substations (132kV–400kV).
• Perform functional and performance testing of protection systems, control systems, panels, and secondary equipment.
• Witness and support factory acceptance testing.
• Attend NG SR106 Commissioning Panel Meetings and provide technical input.
• Produce and manage commissioning documentation, including switching programmes, method statements, test reports, and handover records.
• Deploy and verify configuration files to SCADA BCUs, RTUs, protection relays, and network devices.
• Lead site teams, enforce safety standards, and ensure compliance with CDM regulations.
• Investigate and resolve technical issues during commissioning and energisation phases.

✅ Candidate Profile

• Qualified or experienced in Electrical Engineering.
• Current or previous National Grid SR141 (BP141 / TP141) authorisation is essential.
• Extensive experience commissioning HV substations, protection & control systems, and grid infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, relays, grid codes, and industry standards.
• Familiarity with communication protocols (IEC61850, GOOSE, Ethernet, fibre optic, serial copper).
• Skilled in documentation, configuration deployment, and SCADA systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

🎁 What We Offer

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working options
• Pension & life assurance
• Private healthcare & lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice programme
• Mental health assistance programme
• Cycle to work & green car scheme
• Support in achieving professional engineer status (IEng, CEng) and covering membership fees

📩 How to Apply Send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail], quoting the job reference number.