Commissioning Engineer SP141

Capula; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in the UK is looking for an experienced SR141 Authorised Engineer to oversee the testing and commissioning of electrical Protection & Control Systems. This high-impact role requires significant experience with HV substations and current National Grid SR141 authorisation. You will work from the Stone Head Office and be required to travel to various client sites. The company offers competitive benefits, including flexible working, healthcare, and support in achieving professional engineering status.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working options

Pension & life assurance

Private healthcare

Mental health assistance programme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct site acceptance testing for HV substations.
• Perform testing of protection systems and secondary equipment.
• Produce commissioning documentation and manage its delivery.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Commissioning HV substations

Technical issue investigation

Documentation and configuration deployment

Excellent communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving skills

Tools

SCADA systems

Communication protocols (IEC61850, GOOSE)

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.