At a Glance
- Tasks: Commission high-voltage substations and ensure smooth energisation of equipment.
- Company: Leading company in the electrical engineering sector with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel opportunities, and professional development.
- Other info: Exciting projects and career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the energy sector.
- Qualifications: Experience with high-voltage systems and strong technical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced TP141 Commissioning Engineer to support commissioning activities across high-voltage electrical substations.
The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience working on 132 k V, 275 k V, and 400 k V systems and a strong background in testing, commissioning, and energisation of substation equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute commissioning, testing, and energisation of substation equipment at 132/275/400 k V/KVA
- Conduct functional testing of protection and control systems, switchgear, transformers, and associated substation equipment.
- Review and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and commissioning documentation.
- Prepare detailed commissioning procedures, test sheets, and reports.
- Coordinate with project managers, construction teams, system operators, and client representatives to ensure smooth energisation and handover.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during commissioning and provide technical recommendations.
- Ensure all commissioning activities comply with safety regulations, industry standards, and project specifications.
- Contribute to FAT/SAT processes when required.
- Maintain accurate documentation for audits and final project handover.
Requirements
- Proven experience commissioning high‑voltage substations at 132 k V, 275 k V, and 400 k V.
- Strong working knowledge of protection systems, control schemes, and HV substation equipment.
- Experience on UK transmission or distribution networks (e. g., National Grid, SSEN, SPEN).
- Ability to interpret and work from technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and protection settings.
- Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
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We think you need these skills to ace TP141 Commissioning Engineer in London
Commissioning of high-voltage substations
Testing and energisation of substation equipment
Functional testing of protection and control systems
Reviewing technical drawings and schematics
Preparing commissioning procedures and test sheets
Coordinating with project managers and construction teams
Troubleshooting technical issues
