Commissioning Manager

Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company); Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Masdar is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to lead safe, efficient commissioning of BESS projects in the UK. You will provide technical leadership across RfP, design interface, and construction phases, ensuring integrity of electrical systems and grid compliance.

The role emphasizes experience with 11kV/33kV systems, protection and SCADA, and contractor oversight, with the goal of timely project handover to operations.

Qualifications

• BTEC HNC/HND in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or related field.
• 4-6 years of engineering experience in Renewable Energy.
• Experience with 11kV/33kV/EHV switchgear, protection and SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of LV/HV commissioning routines and networked control protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist in RfP/tender documents for Electrical/BoP, BESS, and SCADA contractors.
• Review contractor submissions and assess design interfaces.
• Provide technical input during construction, design queries, and safety reviews (HAZOP).
• Monitor ICT/ITP/Commissioning Plan governance and participate in FATs/SATs as required.
• Support commissioning and handover to operations and ensure alignment with grid requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

HV/LV commissioning

SCADA systems

Protection and control

LOTO procedures

Design interface reviews

Technical leadership

Education

BTEC HNC/HND in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Tools

Electrical drawings review

ITP and Commissioning Plan governance

Job description

Masdar is the UAE’s clean energy champion and one of the largest companies of its kind in the world, advancing the development and deployment of renewable energy and green hydrogen technologies to address global sustainability challenges. Established in 2006, Masdar is today active in over 40 countries, helping them to achieve their clean energy objectives and advance sustainable development. Masdar is jointly owned by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala), and Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), and under this ownership the company is targeting a renewable energy portfolio capacity of at least 100 gigawatts (GW) by 2030 and an annual green hydrogen production capacity of up to 1 million tonnes by the same year.

Job Description

Please note: Applicants should be UK based and already have the right to work here.

Support the Senior Commissioning Manager in leading safe and effective commissioning activities for Masdar’s BESS projects. Provide technical leadership, governance, and decision-making across commissioning to ensure compliant, safe, and economic operation of plants.

Responsibilities

Request for Proposal (RfP) & Design Interface

• Assist in the preparation and defining the technical requirements for RfP/tender documents for both Electrical/Balance of Plant (BoP), BESS Technology Provider and Main SCADA contractor.
• Review and provide feedback of tenders.
• Review and identify boundaries of scopes and potential interface challenges between BoP, BESS, Main SCADA and all other ancillary system providers

Construction Phase Support

• Review and comment on contractor technical design submissions.
• Provide technical support for the Project Managers for design queries.
• Provide input into HAZOPS and other safety reviews as directed.
• Participate in technical meetings and handle discussions with contractors.
• Review and ensure governance of electrical aspects of the contractor(s) Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) and Commissioning Plan.
• Attend sites when needed to monitor installation providing feedback to Masdar Project Manager.
• Attend manufacturers factory acceptance tests (FAT’s) when required.
• Review and comment on contractor proposed Operational Test Procedures associated with the Commissioning of electrical systems

Commissioning & Handover

• Attend site to monitor compliance in electrical, BESS & SCADA commissioning of plant and apparatus, ensuring compliance with ITP.
• Attend and client certify Site Acceptance Test(s) (SAT’s)
• Ensure BoP, BESS Technology Provider, Main SCADA & other ancillary systems plant and equipment have been commissioned in accordance with grid requirements.
• Review and provide feedback on contractor commissioning documentation, including procedures, test results, and completion records, to ensure compliance with project and grid requirements.
• Participate in the hand over acceptance of Plant, Apparatus and sub-system/s to our operational staff.
• Ensure commissioning activities are within budget and to schedule.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• BTEC HNC/HND in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or any other related field

Preferred Experience:

• 4-6 years of engineering experience within the Renewable Energy sector.
• Demonstrable experience with safe systems of work, permit-to-work processes, and LOTO procedures Previous role as a commissioning engineer or commissioning manager on HV/LV electrical projects.
• Strong background in 11kV, 33kV or EHV commissioning of switchgear, transformers, protection, control, metering equipment and SCADA systems (132kV+ experience advantageous).
• Experience in fault evaluation and oversight of communication and OT networking protocols and devices.
• Installation, modification and fault finding on control signals or networked control protocols.
• Engagement with DNO’s, IDNO’s & NGET.
• Strong track record of leading technical site discussions, providing assurance through experience and sound technical knowledge.

Job Specific Skills:

• Working knowledge of EREC G99 electrical protection requirements, BESS capability requirements and compliance testing.
• Knowledge of THE GRID CODE.
• Knowledge of Conventional Generation, Renewables and Energy Storage.
• Strong knowledge of electrical or electronic engineering principles.
• Ability to review electrical and electronic drawings, commissioning documentation, and contractor test reports.
• Ability to review and compare electrically biased technical documents from suppliers, contractors, industry standards and electricity network operators.
• Knowledge of LV & HV commissioning routines and required outcomes for primary electrical plant, protection and metering.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical MV, LV distribution systems, variety of switchgear types including protection relays, control systems and SCADA.
• Ability to support workload planning for engineering, construction, commissioning phases.
• Ability to train and guide less experienced engineers.

Additional Information

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills leading to a consultative approach within a corporate/multifunctional environment.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of the traditional energy industry.
• Project administration and legal knowledge.
• Project management skills and planning and organising.
• Attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple ongoing projects acumen

Job-Specific Skills:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills leading to a consultative approach within a corporate/multifunctional environment.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of the traditional energy industry.
• Project administration and legal knowledge.
• Project management skills and planning and organising.
• Attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple ongoing projects acumen

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