Job Description:

Job Title – High Voltage Commissioning Engineer

Their Purpose – A fast-growing organisation delivering high voltage infrastructure projects across the UK, supporting grid connections, substations, renewable energy developments, and industrial power installations.

Location & Flexibility – Nationwide UK travel required. Full-time position.

Salary & Benefits – Competitive salary based on experience, company vehicle and fuel card, private healthcare insurance, career progression opportunities, and a supportive company culture that values its people.

About the Job –

• Prepare and execute commissioning plans and procedures for high voltage electrical systems.
• Carry out functional testing of HV equipment including transformers, switchgear, protection relays, and SCADA systems.
• Perform fault finding, diagnostics, and technical problem-solving on site.
• Complete commissioning documentation, reports, and associated records.
• Liaise with clients, DNOs, ICPs, and project managers throughout project delivery.

About You –

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3+ years' hands-on experience commissioning high voltage systems from 11kV to 132kV.
• Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status or demonstrable experience working under an SAP on HV networks.
• Strong knowledge of G99/G59 testing and commissioning, protection relays, and secondary injection testing equipment such as Omicron and Megger.
• Able to interpret technical drawings and schematics, with excellent communication, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working on DNO, ICP, IDNO, or private HV networks.
• National Grid Person/BESC certification (or willingness to obtain), ECS/CSCS Card, and current First Aid at Work and Manual Handling certification. 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS7671) desirable.

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Your contact details
Ben Wood
Principal Talent Partner
Zero Global