Job Specification - Commissioning Engineer (Substations)

Location: Stevenage (4 days per week on-site, with travel across the East of England)

Industry: Energy & Utilities - High Voltage Substations

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Purpose of the Role

The Commissioning Engineer will play a key role in delivering high-voltage substation projects, working on voltages of 132kV and above. The role involves testing, commissioning, and integrating high-voltage plant and apparatus onto live distribution networks. SAP authorisations are not required on appointment - full training and certification will be provided for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake commissioning and integration of high-voltage equipment within new and existing substations.
Prepare and follow commissioning plans and schedules.
Support the development of switching schedules and permit-to-work documentation.
Work alongside SAPs to carry out switching operations, isolations, and earthing.
Ensure works are delivered to the highest safety, quality, and compliance standards.
Attend site and client meetings, resolving commissioning and operational issues.
Provide technical input during project design and delivery phases.
Collaborate with project teams to ensure delivery is on time, within budget, and to specification.

Essential Skills & Experience

Minimum of 132kV high-voltage experience (wind farm, power station, substation, or similar).
Proven experience commissioning and/or maintaining high-voltage electrical plant and apparatus.
Strong understanding of HV electrical systems, protection schemes, and control systems.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Desirable Skills

Previous experience in UKPN or other DNO environments.
Knowledge of UK electrical safety rules and legislation (HSWA, EAWR, CDM, etc.).
Familiarity with NEC contracts.

Qualifications

HNC/Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
Full UK driving licence.

Training Provided

Full SAP authorisation training (Permit to Work, Sanction for Test, Switching).
UK Distribution Safety Rules training.

Benefits

Competitive salary with discretionary bonus scheme.
Matched/contributory pension scheme.
Company car and fuel card (choice of EV or hybrid vehicles).
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Private healthcare and health cash plan.
Online GP service (24/7), employee assistance programme, and wellbeing support.
Enhanced family leave policies.
Retail discounts via rewards portal.
Cycle to work and other salary sacrifice schemes