High Voltage Commissioning Engineer – 11kV–132kV Salary DOE + Paid Travel + Overtime + Company Vehicle UK Wide / Home Based Full Time, Permanent (contract considered, too) Adeptus Talent is partnered with a growing specialist HV engineering business delivering high voltage infrastructure projects across the UK. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, we're looking for two experienced HV Commissioning Engineers to join the business. This isn't a development-level commissioning position. We're looking for experienced engineers who are already operating as an SAP and are comfortable taking responsibility for HV commissioning activities on site. The business works across a varied portfolio of grid connections, substations, BESS, solar, data centres and industrial infrastructure, with projects ranging from 11kV through to 132kV. The role You'll be involved in full-scheme HV testing and commissioning, including: * Primary and secondary testing * HV switchgear testing and commissioning * Power transformer commissioning * Protection relay testing and functional checks * CT/VT and CVT testing * Circuit breaker testing * Secondary injection testing * SCADA/control system interfaces * Fault finding and diagnostics * Preparation and completion of commissioning documentation * Supporting energisation activities * Liaising with DNOs, ICPs, clients and project teams What we're looking for You'll need to be an experienced HV Commissioning Engineer capable of working independently on site. SAP status is essential. Ideally you'll also have: * Strong HV commissioning experience at 33kV–132kV * Experience across substations, grid connections or similar HV infrastructure * Protection relay testing experience * Experience using equipment such as Omicron and/or Megger * Knowledge of DNO/ICP networks * G99/G59 commissioning knowledge * Ability to interpret electrical drawings and protection schematics * Relevant electrical engineering qualification * ECS/CSCS and relevant site certifications 132kV experience is preferred, although experienced 33kV SAP Commissioning Engineers will also be considered. Previous experience within a particular sector isn't essential. We're interested in engineers from power, utilities, renewables, BESS, solar, data centres, industrial infrastructure or similar HV environments. Package Basic salarydepending on experience, plus: * Travel paid door-to-door at standard rate * Site overtime at enhanced rates * Saturday – first 4 hours at 1.5x, thereafter 2x * Sunday – 2x * Additional stay-away payment * Company vehicle and fuel card * Private healthcare * Further training and development * Opportunity to progress within a growing specialist HV business This is a nationwide position, so applicants can be based anywhere in the UK, provided they're comfortable travelling and staying away when projects require. For further information or a confidential conversation, apply or contact Joe at Adeptus Talent
Commissioning Engineer- HV employer: Adept:us
Adeptus is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for CNC Turners to thrive. With a commitment to employee development, we offer comprehensive training and growth opportunities within the precision manufacturing sector, particularly for those interested in aerospace engineering. Our rotating shifts provide a balanced work-life schedule, ensuring that our team members can excel both professionally and personally.
