Job Title: Commissioning Engineer - Transmission Substation Project
Location: Beauly (IV4 7BG), Scotland
Sector: Power Transmission / T&D
Job Type: Contract
Start Date: 13/4/26
Duration: Approx. 7 weeks (350 hours total)
Hours: 10 hours per day / 50 hours per week
Positions Available: 1
The Role:
We are currently seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support works on a major transmission substation project in Beauly.
This role will focus heavily on protection relay testing within 132kV-275kV substations, working within a live HV transmission environment on a critical UK infrastructure scheme.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out commissioning and testing of protection and control systems
Perform protection relay testing on 132kV-275kV substations.
Ensure all commissioning activities are completed in line with project specifications and standards
Work closely with site teams, engineers, and supervisors to deliver works safely and efficiently
Complete commissioning documentation and test records accurately
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements
Key Requirements:
Proven experience as a Commissioning Engineer within transmission substations
Strong background in protection relay testing (132kV-275kV)
Experience working on live National Grid / SSEN / transmission environments
Ability to interpret technical drawings and relay schemes
Strong understanding of commissioning procedures and safety standards
Certifications & Authorisations:
SSEN C1 Authorisation (preferred)
National Grid / SSEN / DNO authorisations
Substation access certifications (BESC, Persons, etc.)
Pay: £90/Hour
Additional Information:
No travel or per diem included
Standard compliance checks may apply
Working with a leading OEM on a high-profile transmission project
Why This Role?
Opportunity to work on a key transmission project in Scotland
Exposure to high-voltage infrastructure within a live substation environment
Strong pipeline of future work with Siemens Energy
If you are a Commissioning Engineer with strong protection relay testing experience and available to start immediately, get in touch to discuss this opportunity further.
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