Commissioning Service Engineer - HV/LV Switchgear

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Commissioning Service Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of high voltage and low voltage switchgear across various locations in the UK and overseas. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical safety and a customer-focused approach, ensuring high-quality service delivery. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this position offers the chance to contribute to sustainable energy solutions while working in diverse environments, including nuclear and offshore sites. Join us in making a difference!

Benefits

28 days annual leave + public holidays

Pension plan

Employee share scheme

Health & wellbeing support

Gym flex

Learning portal access

Internal mobility opportunities

Discounts on services

Qualifications

• Experience in installation and commissioning of switchgear.
• Strong grounding in electrical safety principles for live HV networks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform activities on switchgear and transformers.
• Commissioning of electrical equipment and wiring modifications.

Skills

Installation of switchgear

Commissioning of electrical equipment

Maintenance and repair of electrical systems

Customer service orientation

Electrical safety principles

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Thermal imaging equipment

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Commissioning Service Engineer - HV/LV Switchgear, Oxford

Client:

Location:

Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

fe3233738673

Job Views:

12

Posted:

01.05.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Commissioning Service Engineer - HV/LV Switchgear

Location: London / South of England / Midlands - Travelling appointment role

Your Mission: To perform installation, commissioning, modification, and maintenance of electrical distribution equipment at UK and overseas locations. Traveling to various locations in UK & Overseas and working in a flexible 24/7 cover in a rotating shift pattern.

Your Key Responsibilities:

1. Supervise/perform activities on switchgear, transformers, and related equipment between 0.4kV – 33kV at UK, overseas, and offshore locations.
2. Off-loading and installation of new panels, switchgear, and transformers.
3. Commissioning of electrical equipment, wiring modifications, and retrofit upgrades.
4. Planned maintenance, partial discharge testing, thermal imaging, oil sampling, etc.
5. Systems testing, fault diagnosis, installation of sensors and hardware.
6. Perform site risk assessments, produce method statements, document test results, and produce site work reports.
7. Assist in formulating offers for site activities and participate in customer training.
8. Promote company services, identify business opportunities, and provide emergency support as part of the OnCall rota system.
9. Supervise onsite personnel including team members and subcontractors.
10. Liaise with installation/project managers.

Important Criteria:

• Produce site reports/test results within 2 working days.
• Complete timesheets and expenses weekly.
• Complete health & safety documentation weekly.
• Complete method statements and risk assessments within set timescales.
• Complete installations and maintenance against agreed timescales.

About You:

• Experience in installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of switchgear & associated plant.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team at UK, overseas, and offshore locations.
• Customer-focused with a service-oriented approach.
• Willing to work at nuclear, military, and offshore locations.
• Full driving license.
• Strong grounding in electrical safety principles for live HV networks.
• Academic qualifications (e.g., Degree/HNC) or relevant experience.
• Experience with high voltage testing, CT magnetisation curves, relay secondary injection, control circuit wiring testing, and mechanical/electrical testing of switchboards.

At Schneider Electric, diversity and inclusion are core to our culture. We support and promote an inclusive environment and participate in the Disability Confident Program.

What We Offer: Competitive salary & bonus, 28 days annual leave + public holidays, pension, employee share scheme, health & wellbeing support, gym flex, internal mobility, discounts, learning portal, and more.

Apply now via our online application system. Join Schneider Electric and contribute to a sustainable, resilient, and efficient world.

Note: You may need a work permit if you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy. Please check our blog for more info.

Applications should be submitted through the 'Apply now' button. No external payment or bank details should be provided.

Created on 01/05/2025 by TN United Kingdom