Lead HVDC Commissioning Engineer - On-Site Testing

GE Vernova; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

International working environment

Job summary

GE Grid Solutions in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Commissioning Specialist to steer HVDC system testing and commissioning activities at site. You will prepare commissioning specifications, oversee real-time testing, and coordinate with System Engineering and project validation leads.

You will manage daily test schedules, review converter behaviour, and ensure proper documentation and reporting. This role demands strong English communication and willingness to travel globally.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent including power systems and power electronics subjects or proven equivalent knowledge and experience in HVDC business.
• Vocational training with demonstrated years of proven experience in Commissioning Engineer in High Voltage field, preferably as Site Commissioning Manager.
• Knowledge of 400kV substation, HVDC system (LCC/VSC/SVC) including control and protection systems is essential.
• Knowledge of HVDC System operational behaviour and impact on equipment to lead system testing at site is essential.
• Excellent communication skills with fluency in English.
• Knowledge of MS Word and Excel is required; MS Project would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of Fault Recorder (TFR) systems is essential.
• Willingness to work both in Office and on sites worldwide for extended periods (around 60%).

Responsibilities

• Lead HVDC system tests on-site per specification.
• Prepare/test procedures with System Engineering and verification leads.
• Revise/add testing procedures as required.
• Test commissioning procedures on RTDS before site commissioning.
• Coordinate test programs and estimate durations with Customer.
• Maintain daily/weekly test schedules with Customer and Site Commissioning Manager.
• Prepare power schedules and daily/weekly profiles.
• Ensure tests follow agreed procedures and document results.
• Coordinate HV switching and power control with Customer.
• Review station/converter behaviour to ensure performance and document anomalies.
• Capture test results and maintain reports.
• Issue daily test reports to stakeholders with Site Commissioning Manager.
• Provide feedback to build end-of-project experience report.
• Regularly report progress to Commissioning Team Manager & Project Manager.
• Identify potential extra costs to avoid overspend and enable claims for changes.
• Review test schedule performance against initial targets.

Skills

HVDC systems

Power engineering

Site commissioning

English communication

MS Office

Fault Recorder (TFR)

Protection systems

Global travel

Project coordination

GE collaboration

Education

Engineering degree (power systems/power electronics)

Vocational HVDC commissioning training

Tools

Microsoft Office Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

GE Grid Solutions in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Commissioning Specialist to steer HVDC system testing and commissioning activities at site. You will prepare commissioning specifications, oversee real-time testing, and coordinate with System Engineering and project validation leads.

You will manage daily test schedules, review converter behaviour, and ensure proper documentation and reporting. This role demands strong English communication and willingness to travel globally.