ELECTRICAL COMMISSIONING ENGINEER

First Energy; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

First Energy in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineer to lead HV/LV commissioning on a fully site-based, long-term contract. The role operates inside IR35 with an ASAP start on a major industrial project.

You will manage pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for HV and LV systems, ensuring readiness for live operations. Strong knowledge of 11kV/415V distributions and safety compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience commissioning HV switchgear, transformers, and protection systems.
• Experience with HV/LV commissioning in heavy industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of 11kV and 415V distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute electrical commissioning plans, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
• Lead commissioning activities for HV and LV electrical equipment and distribution systems
• Provide technical leadership and support to Electrical Supervisors and Technicians
• Coordinate commissioning activities with internal electrical teams and OEM/vendor specialists
• Track, manage, and resolve Technical Queries (TQs) within the assigned scope
• Ensure all electrical works are executed safely and in compliance with site HV and LV safety rules
• Produce and maintain accurate commissioning records, including red-lined work packs for as-built documentation
• Establish and maintain commissioning progress reporting and readiness status
• Deliver Authority to Commission processes for electrical systems

Skills

HV/LV commissioning

VSD commissioning

Industrial electrical experience

11kV & 415V distribution

Safety & regulatory compliance

BS 7671 Wiring Regulations

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

New Role – Electrical Commissioning Engineer (HV/LV)

Location: Fully Site Based – South Killingholme
Contract: Long-term contract (Inside IR35)
Rate: Competitive hourly rate – PAYE
Start: ASAP

Power the final stage of delivery — lead HV & LV commissioning on a long-term, safety-critical industrial project!

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support long-term electrical commissioning activities on a major industrial site. This is a fully site-based, long-term contract role operating inside IR35.

The role focuses on the safe and compliant pre-commissioning and commissioning of high-voltage (HV) and low-voltage (LV) electrical systems, ensuring readiness for integration into live operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute electrical commissioning plans, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
• Lead commissioning activities for HV and LV electrical equipment and distribution systems
• Provide technical leadership and support to Electrical Supervisors and Technicians
• Coordinate commissioning activities with internal electrical teams and OEM/vendor specialists
• Track, manage, and resolve Technical Queries (TQs) within the assigned scope
• Ensure all electrical works are executed safely and in compliance with site HV and LV safety rules
• Produce and maintain accurate commissioning records, including red-lined work packs for as-built documentation
• Establish and maintain commissioning progress reporting and readiness status
• Deliver Authority to Commission processes for electrical systems

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience commissioning HV switchgear, transformers, and protection systems
• Experience commissioning Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)
• Extensive electrical experience within Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or similar heavy industrial environments
• Strong knowledge of 11kV and 415V electrical distribution systems
• Solid understanding of hazardous area classifications and electrical protection methods
• Knowledge of BS 7671 Wiring Regulations
• Familiarity with discipline-specific electrical commissioning practices

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or extensive experience as an Electrical Commissioning Engineer
• Prior Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status desirable

Personal Attributes

• Strong communicator with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
• Safety-focused, proactive, and hands-on approach
• Comfortable working in a live, operational site environment

Additional Information

• Inside IR35
• Fully site-based role
• Long-term contract opportunity

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.