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Commissioning Engineer (High Voltage)
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- Sheffield, South Yorkshire
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £75,000 - £80,000 Per Annum
Job Description
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: BBBH(phone number removed)
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Nathan Williams
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
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
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: BBBH(phone number removed)
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Nathan Williams
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
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