Electrical Commissioning Lead (High Voltage) at HDR

HDR; Sines; Presencial; EUR 85 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

HDR is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Lead – High Voltage to own the HV commissioning scope for data centre projects in Portugal. You will lead HV energisation, switching programmes, protection testing, and fault simulations, acting as the senior HV authority throughout design, IST, and handover stages.

The role requires 12–15 years in HV/MV systems with at least 7–8 years in HV commissioning and 5+ years leading HV energisation.

Qualificações

• Minimum 12–15 years’ experience with HV and MV electrical systems.
• At least 7–8 years’ direct experience in HV commissioning.
• Minimum 5 years leading or controlling HV energisation, switching programmes, protection testing, and fault testing.
• Proven authority to control HV switching, energisation, testing, and live HV work.
• Experience in data centre or mission-critical projects preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Own the HV commissioning scope across one or more data centre projects.
• Act as the senior HV technical authority during commissioning, testing, energisation, and IST.
• Lead the HV commissioning strategy from design through Level 5 IST and handover.
• Control HV risk, sequencing, and safety during commissioning activities.
• Define acceptance criteria for HV plant, protection systems, switching systems, and control interfaces.
• Review contractor test plans, inspection records, and test evidence.

Conhecimentos

HV commissioning leadership

Electrical engineering expertise

Project coordination

Formação académica

Electrical engineering degree

Associate's degree in related field

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Electrical Commissioning Lead (High Voltage) (194747) At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Lead – High Voltage to take ownership of the high-voltage commissioning scope across one or more data centre projects. This role is responsible for leading HV commissioning strategy from early design review through energisation, Level 4 functional testing, Level 5 Integrated Systems Testing, and final handover. The successful candidate will act as the senior HV technical authority during commissioning and testing, controlling HV risk, sequencing, switching, safety, and system integrity throughout the project lifecycle. This is a senior, hands‑on authority role for someone who has led real HV energisation, switching programmes, protection testing, and fault simulation activities. Candidates who have only observed HV commissioning or who have not led energisation and switching activities will not be suitable.

Key Responsibilities

Own the HV commissioning scope across one or more data centre projects.

Act as the senior HV technical authority during commissioning, testing, energisation, and IST.

Lead the HV commissioning strategy from early design through Level 5 IST and operational handover.

Control HV risk, sequencing, and safety during all commissioning activities.

Make final go / no-go decisions for HV testing and energisation activities.

Challenge programme pressure where HV safety, system integrity, or operational readiness is at risk.

Design and Early-Stage Review Review HV and MV designs from a commissioning, testing, operational, and maintainability perspective.

Support or review HV system architecture, protection philosophy, coordination studies, earthing strategy, and utility interface arrangements.

Identify single points of failure, untestable designs, HV/LV interface risks, and operational constraints.

Provide clear, practical input into the Owner’s Project Requirements and Basis of Design.

Commissioning Documentation Own HV commissioning documentation across Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, and Level 5 activities.

Produce and own HV pre‑functional and functional checklists.

Define acceptance criteria for HV plant, protection systems, switching systems, and control interfaces.

Review contractor test plans, inspection records, and test evidence.

Produce or own HV-related Level 4 functional test scripts covering switching, interlocking, protection, control testing, end-to-end trip testing, and failure behaviour.

Lead HV input into the Level 5 IST script, including HV fault scenarios, loss‑of‑supply events, restoration sequences, and black‑start logic where applicable.

Control HV testing during IST execution.

HV Commissioning, Energisation and Testing Lead

HV energisation and switching programmes.

Lead primary and secondary injection testing.

Oversee protection relay testing, settings validation, and end-to‑end trip testing.

Act as the senior authority during live HV works, fault simulation, recovery testing, and restoration activities.

Coordinate closely with utilities, HV contractors, protection engineers, the Electrical Lead CxA, and project stakeholders.

Ensure all HV commissioning activities are executed safely, correctly, and in line with approved procedures.

Safety, Control and Authorisation

Own HV safety within the commissioning scope.

Ensure strict compliance with HV safety rules, permit-to-work systems, isolation procedures, earthing procedures, and switching protocols.

Clearly define roles and responsibilities during HV switching and live testing activities.

Stop work immediately where safety, control, or system integrity is compromised.

Maintain calm, controlled leadership during high‑risk commissioning and switching activities.

Integrated Systems Testing Lead

all HV-related Level 5 IST activities.

Manage HV trip events, utility failure simulations, HV equipment failures, and restoration scenarios.

Ensure HV system behaviour supports overall site resilience, uptime, and operational readiness.

Work closely with Electrical and Mechanical Leads during IST execution to validate whole‑site performance.

Handover and Operational Readiness

Sign off HV systems as safe, fully tested, and ready for live operation.

Review protection settings, test results, commissioning records, and HV O&M documentation.

Support training and handover to site operations teams.

Confirm HV readiness for steady‑state operation and long‑term maintainability.

Required Experience

Minimum 12–15 years’ experience working with HV and MV electrical systems.

At least 7–8 years’ direct experience in HV commissioning.

Minimum 5 years leading or controlling HV energisation, switching programmes, protection testing, and fault testing.

Proven experience holding real HV authority, not observer or support‑only roles.

Strong data centre or mission‑critical project experience preferred.

Utility, generation, or heavy industrial HV experience may be considered where directly relevant.

Demonstrable experience acting as a Senior Authorised Person, HV System Controller, or equivalent.

Technical Expertise

HV and MV switchgear, including AIS and GIS systems.

Transformers.

Protection relays and protection schemes.

HV/LV interfaces in data centre or mission‑critical environments.

Utility connections and operational boundaries.

Earthing systems.

HV switching, energisation, isolation, and restoration procedures.

The impact of HV faults on overall facility resilience and uptime.

Qualifications and Authorisations

Electrical engineering background.

Appropriate HV authorisation for the relevant region, such as SAP, AP, Senior Authorised Person, or equivalent.

Proven authority to control HV switching, energisation, testing, and live HV work.

Relevant health and safety, electrical safety, or commissioning qualifications are advantageous.

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree in a related field or equivalent experience Experience with Microsoft Office An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

What We Believe HDR is our company.

Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Required Qualifications Associate's degree in a related field or equivalent experience Experience with Microsoft Office An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

Primary Location: PT-Sines Other Locations: Portugal, PT-Sines-Sines Industry: Building Engineering Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Building Commissioning