Commissioning Service Engineer - HV/LV Switchgear

Schneider Electric Norge AS; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company as a Commissioning Service Engineer, where you'll work on HV/LV switchgear and electrical distribution systems. This hands-on role offers variety and the chance to develop your skills in a dynamic environment. You'll be responsible for installation, commissioning, and maintenance, while also leading teams on-site. With opportunities for travel across the UK and internationally, this position promises an exciting career path. Embrace the chance to work with cutting-edge technology and be part of a supportive team that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme

28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays

Pension Scheme

Employee Share Ownership Programme

Health & Wellbeing Support Options

Gym Flex

Learning Portal

Shopping & Dining Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical distribution systems and switchgear.
• Ability to troubleshoot faults in electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and maintain switchgear and transformers.
• Lead on-site activities and supervise teams.

Skills

Electrical distribution systems

Troubleshooting and diagnosing faults

HV/LV systems knowledge

Strong communication skills

Job description

Commissioning Service Engineer - HV/LV Switchgear

Location - Scotland

Power up your career with a hands-on engineering role in critical infrastructure.

We’re looking for a Commissioning Service Engineer to join our team in Scotland, working on HV/LV switchgear, transformers, and electrical distribution systems across the UK and overseas. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a field-based, problem-solving environment, enjoys variety in their work, and wants to develop expertise in installation, commissioning, maintenance, and fault diagnosis.

If you’re an electrical engineer looking for hands-on experience in power systems, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:
• Install, commission, and maintain switchgear, transformers, and related equipment (400V–33kV).
• Perform testing and diagnostics, including Partial Discharge, thermal imaging, and oil sampling.
• Lead on-site activities, supervising teams and coordinating with project managers.
• Work flexibly, including travel across the UK and internationally, as part of a 24/7 on-call rota.
• Produce reports and documentation to ensure high standards of work completion.

What We’re Looking For:
• Experience working with electrical distribution systems, switchgear, or transformers.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose faults in electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of HV/LV systems and electrical safety regulations.
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly, including some overseas assignments.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to supervise teams on-site.

Why Join Us?
• Work with industry-leading technology in critical power infrastructure.
• Ongoing training and development to enhance your skills and progress your career.
• A supportive team environment with opportunities to grow within a global company.
• Varied and exciting work—no two days are the same.

What we offer you:

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy & Sell programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.

At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future.

We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability.

Apply now to be part of a team that keeps industries powered and running.