Job Description
HV Commissioning Engineer
* Location: Luton / Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
* Rate: £70 - £80 per hour (Outside IR35)
* Start Date: ASAP (July 2024)
* Contract Length: 6 months
Turner Lovell are currently seeking experienced HV Commissioning Engineers for an upcoming substation project based in Luton. We are looking for professionals with hands-on experience in commissioning electrical infrastructure across voltage levels up to 400kV, including protection and control systems. This role offers a chance to work with a leading EPC contractor on high-profile energy infrastructure projects.
Scope of Work:
* Assist and witness testing of 132kV GIS equipment
* Commission synchronising, interlocking, protection, and SCS systems
* Test and validate 400/132kV transformers, CTs/VTs, 132kV metering, and AIS earth switches
* Conduct CT analyser checks and perform primary injection testing
* Hold NG Persons Authorisation and represent the supplier as CE or Assistant CE at National Grid commissioning panel meetings
Additional systems include:
MV & LV auxiliary supplies, battery systems, DC chargers, UPS, feeders, isolators, fault throwers, CTs, VTs, and a range of relays (differential, distance, overcurrent, earth fault), inter-tripping schemes, and delayed auto-reclose functionalities.
Responsibilities:
* Execute commissioning of components and control & protection systems on HV energy projects
* Analyse and troubleshoot system behaviour and element interactions
* Support and perform electrical testing (admittance, routine, and type tests)
* Red-mark hardware drawings and contribute to technical documentation
* Ensure handover is completed with full client briefings where required
Requirements:
* Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent (Chartered status desirable)
* Minimum 3 years' experience in commissioning on UK or European substation projects
* Essential certifications: NG Person, CCNSG / Safety Passport
* Strong engineering knowledge and understanding of schematics, protection settings, and drawings
This is an excellent opportunity to join a major EPC contractor delivering cutting-edge renewable and grid infrastructure projects across the UK.
To apply or learn more, please contact: Maddie Jacob - 0207 448 1100/
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