Commissioning Service Engineer - HV/LV Switchgear

Overview

Job Title: Commissioning Service Engineer – HV/LV Switchgear

Location: London / South of England / Midlands – Travelling appointment role

To perform installation, commissioning, modification and maintenance of electrical distribution equipment at UK and overseas locations. Travelling to various locations in UK & Overseas and work in a flexible 24/7 cover in a rotating shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Supervise/perform activities (at UK, overseas and offshore locations) on switchgear, transformers and related equipment between 400 V and 33 kV.
• Off-loading of new panels, switchgear and transformers.
• Installation of new panels.
• Commissioning of electrical equipment.
• Wiring modifications and retrofit upgrades.
• Planned maintenance across the product range, from visual to intrusive.
• Partial discharge testing, thermal imaging, oil sampling, etc.
• Systems testing and fault diagnosis.
• Installation of EAA sensors and required hardware.
• Site risk assessments and assistance in producing method statements.
• Document test results and produce site work reports.
• Contribute to formulation of offers for site activities.
• Assist with works tests when necessary.
• Contribute to customer training activities.
• Promote the Company’s service activities and identify business opportunities.
• Participate in the OnCall rota system to provide emergency support to customers 24/7.
• Supervise personnel onsite, including team members and subcontractors.
• Liaise with installation/project managers.

Important Criteria

• Produce site reports/test results within 2 working days of completing a contract.
• Complete timesheets and expenses on a weekly basis.
• Complete Health & Safety documentation weekly in supervisory role.
• Complete Method Statements & Risk Assessments within timescales set.
• Complete installations & maintenance against agreed timescales.

About You

• Experience in installation, commissioning, maintenance & repair of switchgear and related plant.
• Experience of working alone and as part of a team at UK, overseas and offshore locations.
• Customer/results focused with a service disposition.
• Willing to work at nuclear, military and offshore locations.
• Full driving license.
• Strong grounding in electrical safety for live HV networks.
• Academic qualifications (e.g., Degree/HNC) or relevant experience.
• Good experience of High Voltage Testing (415 V – 33 kV), CT Magnetisation Curves and CT Primary Injection.
• Experience of Relay Secondary Injection (electromechanical and solid-state) and VT Primary Injection.
• Experience of Control Circuit Wiring testing and modification and Mechanical/Electrical function testing of 415 V – 33 kV switchboards & networks.

Company & Diversity

Schneider Electric is committed to diversity and inclusion as part of its culture and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and collaboration. This role supports the Disability Confident Program offering workplace assistance to people with disabilities.

What we offer

Competitive salary & bonus scheme, 28 days annual leave + public holidays, holiday buy & sell, pension scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, health & wellbeing options, gym flex, internal mobility opportunities, mentoring and project access globally, discounts, learning portal and more.

Application

Please submit an online application. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.