HVDC Senior Commissioning Engineer

Hunter Philips Executive Search; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Senior HVDC Commissioning Engineer in Sheffield to lead Control & Protection software for major HVDC projects. You'll manage design validation and commissioning activities, ensuring effective integration of systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive HVDC commissioning experience, strong understanding of SCADA and protection systems, and possess excellent leadership skills. This role offers the chance to mentor junior engineers and collaborate with diverse project teams.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in HVDC C&P software commissioning is required.
• Strong understanding of SCADA, RTU, protection relays, and HMI systems.
• Proven track record on major HVDC projects (onshore/offshore).
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead C&P software commissioning for large-scale HVDC projects.
• Coordinate with design, testing, and field teams for smooth implementation.
• Oversee FAT, SAT, and pre-commissioning activities.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers within the C&P software team.
• Interface with clients, OEM teams, and project stakeholders to meet technical requirements.

Skills

HVDC C&P software commissioning

SCADA

RTU

Protection relays

HMI systems

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior HVDC Commissioning Engineer to lead the Control & Protection (C&P) software scope across major HVDC projects. The role covers design validation, factory testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities, ensuring successful integration and operation of HVDC systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead C&P software commissioning for large-scale HVDC projects.
• Coordinate with design, testing, and field teams to ensure smooth implementation.
• Oversee FAT, SAT, and pre-commissioning activities.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers within the C&P software team.
• Interface with clients, OEM teams, and project stakeholders to ensure technical requirements are met.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in HVDC C&P software commissioning.
• Strong understanding of SCADA, RTU, protection relays, and HMI systems.
• Proven track record on major HVDC projects (onshore / offshore).
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills.