Electrical Test Commissioning Engineer

MPI Ltd; St Albans; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturer of low voltage switchgear in St Albans is seeking an Electrical Test/Commissioning Engineer. The role involves testing LV switchgear, liaising with clients during inspections, and preparing documentation. Ideal candidates should have experience with electrical testing and the ability to read schematic diagrams. This position offers a competitive pay rate between £16.00 to £20.00 per hour and may lead to a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Experienced in electrical testing of low voltage switchgear.
• Ability to test and demonstrate switchgear operation.
• Experience with PLC systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical tests of LV switchgear and control panels.
• Prepare test certificates and documentation.
• Liaise with clients during witness tests.

Skills

Experience in electrical testing of LV switchboards

Ability to read and understand electrical schematic diagrams

Experience with PLC systems

Tools

CSCS electrical card or ECS equipment installer card

Job description

Electrical Test/Commissioning Engineer

£16.00 to £20.00 / Hour – Subject to Negotiation

Temp to Perm

Based in Luton

The Company

The Company is a manufacturer of low voltage switchgear. The position of Electrical Test / Commissioning Engineer would be based between the Company premises located in St Albans and the client’s project sites.

Candidate

• The ideal candidate should have experience in the electrical testing of LV switchboards including such items as protection relays, controls and metering.
• Experience of PLC systems would be an advantage.
• The ability to read and understand electrical schematic diagrams is essential.
• The ability to test and demonstrate the operation of switchgear at client inspections, either at the Company premises or at project sites, is essential.

Responsibilities

• Electrical test of LV switchgear and control panels.
• Carry out tests witnessed by clients and their representatives at the Company premises.
• Carry out site acceptance tests witnessed by clients and their representatives at project sites.
• Liaise with clients and their representatives during witness tests in the factory and at project sites.
• Liaise with the Company Directors and Project Engineers.
• Prepare test certificates and associated documentation.
• Carry out wiring modifications when required.
• Site card preferable but not essential (i.e. CSCS electrical card or ECS equipment installer card)
• When not fulfilling the main role of electrical testing / commissioning, other duties would include the fitting and wiring of electrical power components together with the installation of main busbar systems within sheet metal enclosures when required.