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Our client, a leading company in the power utilities and energy sector, is currently seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join their team. This is a permanent position working as part of the substation build team on 11kV, 33kV, and 132kV Distribution Network. The role involves testing and commissioning high voltage plant and apparatus onto the live distribution network, integrating with existing protection schemes.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide technical support for the project teams
- Attend client progress meetings, pre-start meetings, and client audits as required
- Encourage and integrate innovation and cost-effective working methods across contracts
- Identify and resolve design issues raised on site and conform to Distribution Network Operator standards
- Produce detailed commissioning plans
- Test and commission high voltage plant and apparatus on the 11kV, 33kV, and 132kV networks
- Testing and commissioning of alarm and control installations
- Review and, if required, correct provided scheme drawings
- Ensure all plant and equipment is tested and commissioned to current legislation
- Support and mentor other team members to enhance their technical knowledge
- Proven track record of testing and commissioning on and around the high voltage distribution network
- Sound understanding of engineering policy, procedure, and legislation
- Strong decision-making skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to identify and develop processes within operations to improve outputs
- Ability to communicate and engage with internal and external stakeholders
- Knowledge of current legislation relating to health, safety, and the environment
- Ability to work within a team environment including clients, designers, and site project staff
- Qualified to HNC/Degree level in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Full driving licence
- Competitive Salary
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Car Allowance / Company Car
- Private Health care
- 25 days' annual leave plus 8 days' bank holiday
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
If you are an experienced Commissioning Engineer with a passion for working on high voltage distribution networks, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and innovative team in South East England.
