HV Commissioning Engineer (11–132kV) | Vehicle & Training

Matchtech; Coventry; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

PPE provided

OT opportunities

Training & progression

UK-wide projects

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to lead HV commissioning and energisation across electrical infrastructure projects from 11kV to 132kV. You will create commissioning plans, perform testing, and work with project teams and clients to ensure safe, compliant delivery.

The role offers training to progress authorisation levels, exposure to large-scale UK renewable and grid projects, and a clear path for career development within a growing organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience commissioning HV electrical infrastructure projects.
• Background in substations, renewables, ICP, utility or DNO environments.
• Knowledge of protection schemes and electrical testing procedures.
• Experience working on systems from 11kV to 132kV.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning and testing electrical systems from 11kV to 132kV.
• Producing and implementing commissioning plans and inspection test documentation.
• Carrying out primary and secondary injection testing.
• Testing and commissioning switchgear, transformers, cables and protection systems.
• Supporting energisation activities on substation, renewable and private network projects.
• Conducting fault finding and diagnostic investigations.
• Producing commissioning reports and technical documentation.
• Working closely with project delivery teams and key stakeholders.
• Supporting the development of junior engineers where required.

Skills

HV commissioning

Substations

Protection schemes

Electrical testing

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ECS/EUSR certification

Job description

Matchtech is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to lead HV commissioning and energisation across electrical infrastructure projects from 11kV to 132kV. You will create commissioning plans, perform testing, and work with project teams and clients to ensure safe, compliant delivery.

The role offers training to progress authorisation levels, exposure to large-scale UK renewable and grid projects, and a clear path for career development within a growing organisation.