HV Commissioning Engineer

IO Associates; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a HV Commissioning Engineer on a 12-month contract, mostly home-based. In this role, you'll manage the commissioning of protection and control systems at HV substations, ensuring all compliance with National Grid standards. A strong electrical engineering background and authorization under National Grid are essential for success in this position. The contractor work offers a competitive rate and an outside IR35 status.

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering qualification or substantial related experience is required.
• Authorization by National Grid (SR141, BP141, TP141) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver site acceptance testing and commissioning.
• Conduct functional and performance testing of protection systems.
• Manage documentation and records related to commissioning.
• Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders on site.

Skills

Electrical engineering qualification or strong relevant experience

Current or previous National Grid SR141 / BP141 / TP141 authorisation

Job description

Job Description

HV Commissioning Engineer (National Grid)

12-month contract, mostly home-based, Outside IR35.

You'll play a key role in commissioning protection and control systems on HV substations (132-400kV).

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering site acceptance testing and commissioning in line with SR141 procedures.
• Functional and performance testing of protection systems, control panels and secondary equipment.
• Witnessing FAT and ensuring all activities follow approved standards and methods.
• Managing commissioning documentation, drawings, reports and handover records.
• Creating and reviewing test plans, method statements and commissioning switching programmes.
• Deploying and verifying configuration files for SCADA BCUs, RTUs, protection relays and network devices.
• Managing site equipment, spares, LOTO procedures and safety documentation.
• Troubleshooting technical issues during commissioning and energisation.
• Coordinating with project managers, site teams and stakeholders.
• Promoting a strong HSE culture on site.

Skills Needed

• Electrical engineering qualification or strong relevant experience.
• Current or previous National Grid SR141 / BP141 / TP141 authorisation (essential).