Job Ref: HP-3264 Aberdeen, United Kingdom Competitive Power Grids ContractSSEN Commissioning Engineer - 400/275/132kV Substations - Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom- £Excellent Day Rate - 2 Month Contract + Potential Rolling 12 Month Extensions - ASAP Start Date - Monday to Friday + Potential Weekend Work - Outside IR35My client, a leading M&E T&D contractor with a strong presence across the UK and Ireland, are seeking an SSEN Authorised Commissioning Engineer to join their Transmission & Distribution division.This role offers a secure, long term contract working on key SSEN projects, with the added opportunity to gain SPEN authorisations through the client's internal programme (bypassing the standard waiting list), opening up even more project opportunities from January 2026 onwards.Responsibilities:Lead and deliver the commissioning of HV substations and associated systems across SSEN projects.Develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and test documentation.Perform functional testing, fault-finding, and verification of protection and control systems.Ensure all works comply with SSEN and UK DNO safety rules and standards.Liaise with project management, design, and construction teams to ensure seamless project delivery.Produce detailed commissioning reports, test results, and completion documentation.Support project handover and ensure all systems are energised safely and on schedule.RequirementsValid SSEN commissioning authorisation is beneficial.Proven track record commissioning HV / EHV substations (typically 132kV–400kV).Strong understanding of protection relays, SCADA systems, and control panels.Demonstrated experience working under UK DNO / TO safety rules.Ability to work independently and manage multiple commissioning packages concurrently.Excellent communication and documentation skills.Right to work in the UK and flexibility to travel between sites as required.Interested? Please apply or get in touch using the contact information below to learn more!Cian McLoughlinPrincipal Recruitment ConsultantHunter Philips Executive SearchLandline: +44 161 240 3338Mobile: +44 7881 418 441Email: cian.mcloughlin@hunterphilips.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cian-mcloughlin-628a72258Web: http://hunterphilips.com/Cian McloughlinRecruitment Consultant +44 161 240 3338 cian.mcloughlin@hunterphilips.com #J-18808-Ljbffr
SSEN Commissioning Engineer employer: Hunter Philips Ltd
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