Commissioning Engineer (11kv/132kv)

Overview

As Commissioning Engineer, you will lead HV commissioning from 11kV to 132kV to enable safe, on-time project delivery. You will develop and implement commissioning plans, perform primary and secondary injection testing, and document results. You’ll support energisation activities on substations, renewables, and private networks, collaborating with project teams and stakeholders. This role offers structured training to progress to higher voltage levels and hands-on exposure to large-scale energy infrastructure, making a meaningful impact on grid projects.

Pay / Benefits

• Company vehicle
• Tools and PPE
• Door-to-door pay
• Overtime opportunities
• Training and progression
• Long-term career development

Responsibilities

• Commissioning and testing electrical systems from 11kV to 132kV
• Producing and implementing commissioning plans and inspection test documentation
• Carrying out primary and secondary injection testing
• Testing and commissioning switchgear, transformers, cables and protection systems
• Supporting energisation activities on substation, renewable and private network projects
• Conducting fault finding and diagnostic investigations
• Producing commissioning reports and technical documentation
• Working closely with project delivery teams and key stakeholders
• Supporting the development of junior engineers where required
• Ensuring all activities are completed in line with industry safety standards and procedures

Key requirements

• Experience commissioning HV electrical infrastructure projects
• Background within substations, renewables, ICP, utility or DNO environments
• Knowledge of protection schemes and electrical testing procedures
• Experience working on systems from 11kV to 132kV
• HNC, HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
• Full UK Driving Licence
• ECS, EUSR or relevant industry certification advantageous

• Protection schemes knowledge
• Electrical testing procedures
• Testing and commissioning of switchgear, transformers, cables and protection systems
• HV electrical infrastructure commissioning
• Experience with 11kV to 132kV systems

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