Power Systems Commissioning Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A world-class organization is seeking a Power Systems Commissioning Engineer to join their high-performing team. This role involves working on complex, high-voltage systems and conversion technology, ensuring safety and quality standards while directly impacting innovation in energy systems.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in on-site commissioning and HV/MV systems.
• Familiarity with IEC and marine classification society rules is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and commissioning of electrical systems and infrastructure.
• Execute HV/LV plant commissioning and manage permit to work processes.
• Diagnose and maintain legacy systems including various equipment.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Safety systems understanding

Education

Degree or HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Are you an experienced Power Systems Commissioning Engineer looking for your next exciting challenge? This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing team within a world-class organisation that is driving forward innovation in energy systems, electrification, and decarbonisation.

This role offers the chance to work on complex, high-voltage systems and next- power conversion technology in a collaborative, safety-focused environment. You will be at the forefront of commissioning and maintaining advanced infrastructure and systems that are central to performance-critical applications across the energy, industrial, and maritime sectors.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and documentation of advanced electrical systems and infrastructure.
• Execute HV/LV plant and systems commissioning, including power system protection schemes and digital relays.
• Operate switching systems and manage permit to work and access limitation processes.
• Commission and integrate electrical components such as switchgear, motors, VSDs, UPS systems, transformers, and generators.
• Diagnose and maintain legacy systems including air, oil, and vacuum-insulated equipment.
• Tune, test, and troubleshoot PC/PLC-based protection and power management systems.
• Ensure documentation aligns with Quality and Safety standards such as BS EN 18001 and those set by global Classification Societies.
• Maintain site electrical infrastructure to support ongoing test programs.

Requirements:

• Degree or HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in on-site commissioning and HV/MV systems.
• Strong understanding of safety and quality systems.
• Familiarity with IEC and marine classification society rules (desirable).
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.