Commissioning Engineer (High Voltage)

Commissioning Engineer (HV Electrical Systems)

Can be based; Sheffield, Nottingham, Cambridge and surrounding areas

£75,000 - £80,000 + Hybrid Working + Matched Pension + Life Assurance + Enhanced Family Leave + Buy/Sell Holidays + 24/7 GP Service + Employee Wellbeing Programme

Are you an experienced Commissioning Engineer or Senior Authorised Person with a background in HV electrical systems and grid infrastructure?

Do you want to take ownership of commissioning and energisation activities on major HV projects up to 132kV?

This company is a specialist engineering and infrastructure delivery organisation operating within the high voltage grid connection sector. They deliver complex electrical infrastructure projects across utilities, renewable energy and industrial markets, supporting the UK's transition to a low-carbon energy system.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading the testing, commissioning and energisation of HV electrical infrastructure projects. You will ensure all systems are fully tested, compliant and safely energised, working closely with DNOs, TSOs, contractors and internal engineering teams.

You will take ownership of commissioning plans, testing programmes and site activities, ensuring all works are delivered safely, on time and to the required technical standards.

The ideal candidate will have strong HV commissioning experience, including protection testing, relay configuration and substation energisation activities, along with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders in high-pressure environments.

This is a highly technical and hands-on role offering the opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects and play a key role in bringing critical energy assets into operation.

The Role:

• Lead HV commissioning activities up to 132kV
• Undertake testing of protection systems, switchgear and electrical plant
• Develop and manage commissioning programmes and documentation
• Support energisation and switching operations
• Liaise with DNOs, TSOs, contractors and project teams
• Supervise subcontractors and site-based commissioning activities
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards

The Person:

• Experience in HV commissioning within utilities, ICPs or power generation
• Strong knowledge of protection systems and HV testing
• Experience up to 132kV electrical systems
• Understanding of commissioning procedures and energisation processes
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Willingness to travel nationally and work on site

Reference Number: BBBH275774

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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.