HV Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Data Centre Infra

JAM Recruitment Ltd; North East, South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 88,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd seeks an Electrical Commissioning Engineer to work on data centres and high-voltage infrastructure across Northumberland and South Yorkshire. The role involves commissioning HV/MV switchgear, transformers, protection relays, control panels and associated electrical systems on large-scale energy projects.

You'll support energisation up to 132kV, perform tests, review schematics, and coordinate FAT/SAT and site commissioning with manufacturers and contractors.

Qualifications

• HV commissioning experience in substations, data centres or major electrical infrastructure.
• Knowledge of HV/MV switchgear, transformers and protection relays.
• Experience with protection verification and energisation procedures.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Experience coordinating with electrical contractors and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Commission HV substations and data centre infrastructure.
• Perform protection verification and energisation testing.
• Coordinate FAT, SAT and site commissioning activities.
• Prepare commissioning reports and handover documentation.
• Liaise with DNOs, transmission operators, and client representatives.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

HV/MV switchgear

Protection relays

Testing and energisation

Schematics interpretation

Contractor coordination

Safety procedures

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Electrical Engineering

ECS/CSCS card

Electrical safety qualifications

HV Authorised Person certification desirable

SMSTS/SSSTS desirable

Job description

JAM Recruitment Ltd seeks an Electrical Commissioning Engineer to work on data centres and high-voltage infrastructure across Northumberland and South Yorkshire. The role involves commissioning HV/MV switchgear, transformers, protection relays, control panels and associated electrical systems on large-scale energy projects.

You'll support energisation up to 132kV, perform tests, review schematics, and coordinate FAT/SAT and site commissioning with manufacturers and contractors.