Commissioning Engineer

High Voltage Commissioning Engineer / SAP
Permanent
Covering Projects from Birmingham region to South Wales region
-72,500 Basic Salary + Door-to-Door Travel Pay + Overtime + Company Vehicle + Excellent Benefits

A growing specialist electrical infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced High Voltage Commissioning Engineer / SAP to support the delivery of major grid connection, substation, renewable energy and electrical infrastructure projects across the UK.

Operating within the high-voltage power sector, the business delivers projects ranging from 11kV to 132kV and continues to experience significant growth within the UK''s expanding energy and infrastructure markets.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a business where your expertise is genuinely valued, whilst benefiting from door-to-door travel pay, overtime opportunities, excellent allowances and long-term career progression.

Applications are welcomed from experienced HV Commissioning Engineers, SAPs and engineers working towards SAP-level responsibilities.

Candidates located between Birmingham, Worcester, Gloucester, Hereford, Bristol and South Wales are particularly well positioned due to the geographical spread of projects.

The Role

You will be responsible for planning, managing and executing commissioning activities on high-voltage electrical systems, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with industry standards and operational procedures.

Working closely with clients, DNOs, IDNOs, ICPs, project managers and delivery teams, you will play a key role in testing, energisation, fault finding and final project handover activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and execution of commissioning plans and procedures
• Commissioning and testing of electrical systems from 11kV to 132kV
• Functional testing of transformers, switchgear, protection relays and SCADA systems
• Secondary injection testing and protection relay verification
• Producing and reviewing switching schedules and commissioning documentation
• Managing HV switching operations and associated safety documentation
• Acting as Senior Authorised Person (SAP) where authorised
• Fault finding, diagnostics and technical problem solving
• Supporting energisation and final project handover activities
• Liaising with clients, DNOs, IDNOs, ICPs and project stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with electrical safety regulations and company procedures
• Completing commissioning reports, site records and technical documentation

About You

To be considered, you should have:

• Previous experience as a High Voltage Commissioning Engineer, HV Engineer, SAP or Authorised Person
• A minimum of 3 years'' experience commissioning HV electrical systems
• Experience working on electrical infrastructure projects between 11kV and 132kV
• Strong understanding of HV operational procedures and safe systems of work
• Experience producing and implementing switching schedules
• Experience within DNO, IDNO, ICP or private network environments
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Willingness to travel and stay away when required

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

-Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status
-G99 / G59 testing and commissioning experience
-National Grid Person / BESC certification
-Protection and Control commissioning experience
-Experience with protection relays and secondary injection testing
-Experience using Omicron, Megger or similar testing equipment
-Familiarity with SCADA systems
-Substation commissioning experience
-HNC, HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
-ECS or CSCS Card
-18th Edition Wiring Regulations
-Current First Aid qualification

Package

-72,500 basic salary

Door-to-door paid travel time

Overtime paid at enhanced rates

Typical project days often extending beyond standard hours, creating additional earning potential

Company vehicle and fuel card

-40 overnight allowance when staying away

-40 daily food allowance via company expense card

5% employer pension contribution

Private healthcare following successful completion of probation

Long-term career progression

Exposure to major UK power, renewable energy and infrastructure projects

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunity to join a growing and financially stable business

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HV Commissioning Engineer or SAP to join a growing specialist contractor delivering critical power infrastructure projects throughout the UK while enjoying a strong salary, excellent benefits package and genuine long-term career prospects.