Electrical Commissioning Engineer High Voltage

ASSYSTEM; West of England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organization in the UK is seeking a High Voltage Commissioning Electrical Engineer for a full-time site-based role at Hinkley Point C. You will ensure safe and compliant commissioning of high voltage electrical systems, and support project milestones while working with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and proven commissioning experience in high voltage systems, with a focus on nuclear utilities. This position includes competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid Working Opportunity

Flexible working hours

Market Leading Pension scheme

25 days paid annual leave

Professional fees reimbursed

Employee referral scheme

Competitive Sick Pay

Free Digital Gym Access

24/7 Employee Support Line

Qualifications

• Proven experience commissioning high voltage electrical systems.
• Background in nuclear utilities, oil and gas or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of commissioning processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high voltage commissioning activities to approved safety and quality standards.
• Develop commissioning procedures, test documentation and system validation records.
• Supervise contractor commissioning teams during live site activities.

Skills

High voltage commissioning

Engineering support

Project management

Technical reporting

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Job Mission

Full‑time site‑based role at Hinkley Point C. Candidates must work on site five days per week. As a High Voltage Commissioning Electrical Engineer on a major nuclear new build programme, you will ensure safe, compliant and technically robust commissioning of high voltage electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high voltage commissioning activities to approved safety and quality standards.
• Develop commissioning procedures, test documentation and system validation records.
• Support factory acceptance tests, design reviews and commissioning readiness checks.
• Plan and manage commissioning sequencesguide detailed test programmes.شهد
• Supervise contractor commissioning teams during live site activities.
• Analyse test results and produce clear technical commissioning reports.
• Provide technical input supporting project milestones and delivery objectives.
• Ensure compliance with environmental safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical or related engineering discipline.
• Proven experience commissioning high voltage electrical systems.
• Background in nuclear utilities, oil and gas or heavy industrial environments.
• Experience with diesel generators or large generator systems is desirable but not essential.
• Strong understanding of commissioning processes and documentation.
• Ability to deliver commissioning activities with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working within large multidisciplinary project teams.
• National Grid experience highly desirable.

Why Apply

This role offers hands‑on involvement in commissioning safety‑critical I&C systems on one of the UK’s most significant nuclear programmes. You will build deep commissioning capability working alongside experienced specialists and strengthen your long‑term career within a global engineering organisation delivering nationally important infrastructure.

Benefits

• Hybrid Working Opportunity.
• Flexible working hours.
• Market Leading Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution).
• 25 days paid annual leave, bank holidays, option to buy or sell days.
• Professional fees reimbursed.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Competitive Sick Pay and Support when you need it.
• Income Protection & 3x Salary Death‑in‑Service Cover.
• Free Digital Gym Access and Expert‑led fitness classes.
• 24/7 Employee Support Line: mental health, financial & legal help.

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We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent and our people's ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full‑time

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