HV O&M Project Engineer/SAP

Envo Talent Solutions Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is looking for an O&M Engineer/SAP with expertise in high voltage systems. This permanent role, based in Birmingham, requires hands-on experience with safety-compliant procedures and strong project management skills. Candidates should possess an HNC in Electrical Engineering along with experience in private networks and a sound understanding of Health & Safety legislation. A full UK driving licence is essential for this position which offers competitive pay and additional benefits.

Benefits

Overtime

Company Vehicle

Private Medical

Qualifications

• HNC in Electrical Engineering, preferably in Power Distribution.
• Experience with private networks and renewable energy sector.
• Familiarity with current Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain LV/HV substation equipment.
• Conduct protection testing and troubleshooting.
• Install switchgear and transformers.

Skills

LV/HV substation equipment maintenance

Protection testing

HV/LV jointing and cable terminations

Troubleshooting and fault finding

Installation of switchgear and transformers

Testing of earthing systems

Project resource management

Client liaison

Safety compliance

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

IT skills

Job description

O&M Engineer/SAP(High Voltage)
Based: Midlands, UK + UK Travel
£40,000 – £50,000 + Overtime + Company Vehicle + Private Medical

We’re hiring on behalf of a leading privately owned ICP with a strong presence in the new connections and renewables sector. This is a permanent position based in the Midlands, within a business that puts training, safety, and quality of work front and centre.

The company ensures all engineers are equipped with the training, qualifications, and hands‑on experience they need to succeed — safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspection and maintenance of LV/HV substation equipment

• Protection testing

• HV/LV jointing and cable terminations

• Troubleshooting and fault finding

• Installation of switchgear and transformers

• Testing of earthing systems and associated equipment

• Producing remedial works quotations

• Compiling work packages, job instructions and RAMS

• Coordinating technicians, craftspeople, and subcontractors

• Managing resource allocation across projects

• Liaising with clients and stakeholders to manage project expectations and deliverables

• Ensuring projects meet technical and safety requirements

• Planning and executing HV switching and isolations up to 33kV

• Issuing permits and documentation per company and customer safety rules

• Testing systems, analysing results, and compiling reports

You’ll ideally bring:

• HNC in Electrical Engineering (preferably in Power Distribution)

• Experience with private networks and/or the renewable energy sector

• Familiarity with current Health & Safety legislation

• GWO Certification (for onshore wind farms) (optional)

• Emergency First Aid & Manual Handling

• A full, clean UK driving licence

• Strong IT and organisational skill

Personal Attributes:

• Collaborative and team-oriented

• Clear communicator with a positive mindset

• Able to interpret technical diagrams and explain concepts clearly

• Strong problem-solving and decision‑making skills

• Capable of working under pressure and managing multiple tasks