Lead Testing & Commissioning Engineer

Aspion Search; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-voltage engineering solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Lead High Voltage Testing & Commissioning Engineer to strengthen their team. The role involves overseeing the testing and commissioning of high-voltage electrical systems and providing technical guidance. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering, extensive experience in HV commissioning, and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a salary up to £100,000, company vehicle, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Benefits

Company vehicle and travel allowances

Training and professional development opportunities

Pension scheme

Safety-focused working environment

Qualifications

• HNC / HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience in 400kV GIS substation.
• SSE C1 / C3 authorized.
• Extensive, proven experience in HV commissioning within utilities, renewables, or substations.
• Strong practical knowledge of relevant tools and equipment.
• Authorisation under recognised safety rules (e.g., TP141, National Grid, SSE).
• Expert understanding of Safe Systems of Work, switching principles, and RAMS.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Demonstrated leadership or senior-level engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and carry out testing and commissioning of high-voltage electrical systems.
• Lead and perform primary / secondary injection testing and protection relay testing.
• Develop, review, and approve commissioning plans and documentation.
• Coordinate site activities with stakeholders.
• Provide technical expertise and troubleshoot issues.
• Mentor commissioning engineers and promote best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support project planning with technical input during various stages.

Skills

HNC / HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience in 400kV GIS substation

SSE C1 / C3 authorized

Extensive experience in HV commissioning

Practical knowledge of Omicron, Megger, Micom

Authorisation under recognised safety rules

Understanding of Safe Systems of Work

Full UK driving licence

Education

HNC / HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Omicron

Megger

Micom

Siemens

ABB

Schneider

Job description

Lead High Voltage Testing & Commissioning Engineer

Location: Aberdeen

Salary: Up to £100,000 depending on level of experience

Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent

About Us

Aspion Search are partnering with a leading UK provider of high-voltage engineering solutions that delivers turnkey projects across utilities, renewables, and industrial sectors. The business has a strong reputation for safety, quality, and technical excellence, and due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Lead High Voltage Testing & Commissioning Engineer to strengthen their commissioning team.

The Role

As the Lead Engineer, you will oversee and carry out the safe and efficient testing and commissioning of high-voltage electrical systems (up to 132kV and above). You will act as the senior technical authority on site, ensuring compliance with industry standards, verifying engineering quality, and guiding junior engineers. This is a field-based role with travel throughout the UK, supporting projects from initial energisation to final handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and perform primary / secondary injection testing, protection relay testing, and SCADA integration.
• Develop, review, and sign off commissioning plans, RAMS, ITPs, and switching schedules.
• Coordinate site activities with SAPs, project managers, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Provide high-level technical expertise, troubleshooting, and fault resolution.
• Ensure commissioning documentation is accurate, complete, and delivered to client standards.
• Mentor and support commissioning engineers, promoting knowledge transfer and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across testing and commissioning processes.
• Support project planning by providing technical input during design, installation, and pre-commissioning stages.

Requirements

• HNC / HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience in 400kV GIS substation
• SSE C1 / C3 authorized
• Extensive, proven experience in HV commissioning within utilities, renewables, or substations.
• Strong practical knowledge of Omicron, Megger, Micom, Siemens, ABB, Schneider, etc.
• Authorisation under recognised safety rules (e.g., TP141, National Grid, SSE).
• Expert understanding of Safe Systems of Work, switching principles, and RAMS.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Demonstrated leadership or senior‑level engineering experience desirable.

Desirable

• Offshore experience and GWO certifications.
• Advanced SCADA, fibre optic intertrip, and communication system knowledge.
• Strong client-facing skills with excellent communication and technical reporting capabilities.

Package Details

• Salary up to £100,000 depending on level of experience
• Company vehicle and travel allowances.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Pension scheme.
• A supportive, safety-focused, and technically driven working environment.

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