Concept Resources are currently recruting for a High Voltage Commissioning Engineer.
High Voltage Commissioning Engineer
Location: Hybrid (UK-based travel and occasional overseas work required)
Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent
Industry: Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution
Sector: HV Commissioning, Maintenance, Testing & Installation
Shape the Future of High Voltage Engineering
A well-established and growing high-voltage engineering firm is looking for an experienced High Voltage Commissioning Engineer to join their UK-based team. With projects spanning power utilities, industrial facilities, and critical infrastructure both domestically and internationally, this is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to work on cutting-edge HV systems from 33kV to 400kV.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Supervise and execute commissioning, upgrades, and maintenance of HV systems (33–400kV)
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Work hands-on with switchgear, transformers, relays, and protection schemes
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Conduct primary/secondary injection testing, IEC 61850 and G99 commissioning
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Carry out planned maintenance (e.g. thermal imaging, PD testing, oil analysis)
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Lead HV panel installations, wiring, retrofits, and transformer works
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Diagnose faults and troubleshoot complex protection systems
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Generate site method statements and risk assessments
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Document test results, complete reports, and liaise with clients and project teams
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Supervise internal teams and subcontractors
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Participate in the 24/7 emergency response rota when required
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Promote services on-site and help identify new business opportunities
Performance Expectations
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Submit site reports and test results within 2 working days of project completion
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Maintain up-to-date timesheets, H&S documents, and expense claims weekly
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Meet project milestones and quality targets
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Follow internal QA, safety, and compliance standards consistently
Who We’re Looking For
Must-Have:
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Solid experience commissioning and maintaining HV equipment (33–400kV)
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Hands-on knowledge of CT/VT injection, relay testing, fault diagnosis
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Experience across UK sites, and ideally offshore or overseas environments
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Strong understanding of electrical safety protocols in HV environments
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Ability to lead or work independently on-site
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UK driving licence and willingness to travel
Desirable:
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Degree, HNC, or equivalent in Electrical Engineering
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Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status
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Offshore/Nuclear site clearance or security clearance
What’s On Offer
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Competitive salary (based on qualifications and experience)
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Ongoing training and professional development
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Exposure to national and international projects
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Opportunities to progress into leadership roles
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A safety-first, supportive work culture focused on quality and innovation
Please apply with your CV if you're interested