TP141 Commissioning Engineer

Hunter Philips Executive Search; Redcar; Hybrid; GBP 111,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Philips Executive Search is seeking an experienced SR/BP/TP141 Lead Commissioning Engineer for a National Grid 275kV substation project in Redcar, England. The role covers design review, commissioning preparation, energisation, testing and handover across two substations.

The position offers a flexible mix of on-site and remote work, with a long-term commitment from November 2026 to March 2029. You will lead planning, review designs, develop commissioning plans and manage interfaces with

Qualifications

• Must hold National Grid SR/BP/TP141 authorisation.
• Experience leading commissioning on 275kV/400kV substations.
• Availability to support the planned working pattern (Nov 2026–Mar 2029).

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, coordination and delivery of commissioning activities across substations.
• Review detailed designs to identify commissioning requirements and interfaces.
• Prepare and review commissioning plans, procedures, test documentation and energisation records.
• Coordinate testing of primary plant, protection and control, RTU/SCS systems.
• Manage interfaces with the client, National Grid, contractors and suppliers.
• Investigate defects and oversee corrective actions for handover.
• Ensure compliance with National Grid procedures and safety standards.

Skills

Commissioning leadership

Project coordination

Testing

Job description

SR/BP/TP141 Lead Commissioning Engineer - National Grid 275kV Substation Project - Redcar, England, UK - £Excellent Day Rate - November 2026 to March 2029 - Outside IR35

We are seeking an experienced SR/BP/TP141 Lead Commissioning Engineer to support a major energy infrastructure project, providing specialist commissioning services for the installation and energisation of two 275kV substations.

This long-term opportunity spans early design review and commissioning preparation through to testing, energisation and handover. The scope includes primary plant, common supply systems, protection and control, and RTU/SCS systems.

• Location: Redcar, England, UK
• Start Date: November
• Duration: 2.5 year contract (November 2026 to March 2029)

Working Pattern:

• November 2026 to February 2027: 2 days per week (1 day remote & 1 day on site)
• February 2027 to June 2027: 3 days per week
• June 2027 to March 2029: Monday to Friday + potential weekend work

There will be flexibility between remote and on site working. This resource profile is indicative and may change as the project progresses.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of commissioning activities across both substations.
• Review detailed designs to identify commissioning requirements, technical issues and interfaces.
• Prepare and review commissioning plans, procedures, test documentation and energisation readiness records.
• Coordinate and oversee testing of primary plant, common supply systems, protection and control, and RTU/SCS systems.
• Manage interfaces with the client, National Grid, contractors and equipment suppliers.
• Investigate defects, oversee corrective actions and complete commissioning records for handover.
• Ensure compliance with applicable National Grid procedures, safety standards and project specifications.

Requirements:

• Current National Grid SR/BP/TP141 Commissioning Engineer authorisation.
• Proven experience leading commissioning on 275kV and/or 400kV transmission substation projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of primary plant, protection and control, common supply systems and RTU/SCS interfaces.
• Experience taking projects from design review and commissioning preparation through to energisation and handover.
• Strong understanding of National Grid commissioning procedures, safety requirements and documentation.
• Availability to support the anticipated working pattern, progressing from part-time to full-time.