TP141 Commissioning Engineer - HV Substations (2-Year)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking an experienced TP141 Commissioning Engineer to support two major HV substations projects in the UK. The role involves commissioning, testing and documentation across sites in East Anglia and Oxfordshire.

Applicants should hold National Grid TP141 authorisation, demonstrated HV substation commissioning experience, and a full UK driving licence with willingness to travel. Contract-based, long-term engagement with competitive day rates.

Qualifications

• Experience commissioning HV substations within the transmission sector.
• Current National Grid TP141 Commissioning Engineer authorisation.
• Understanding of National Grid commissioning procedures and safety rules.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Carry out commissioning activities on HV transmission substations up to 400kV.
• Complete primary plant, protection and control commissioning per TP141 procedures.
• Perform functional testing, interlocking checks and energisation support.
• Prepare commissioning documentation, test records and handover packs.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients and site teams to meet programmes safely.
• Travel to project sites in East Anglia or Oxfordshire as required.

Skills

HV Substations

Commissioning

TP141 National Grid

Safety rules

Willingness to travel

UK driving licence

Job description

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking an experienced TP141 Commissioning Engineer to support two major HV substations projects in the UK. The role involves commissioning, testing and documentation across sites in East Anglia and Oxfordshire.

Applicants should hold National Grid TP141 authorisation, demonstrated HV substation commissioning experience, and a full UK driving licence with willingness to travel. Contract-based, long-term engagement with competitive day rates.