HV Commissioning Engineer (National Grid)
12-month Contract
Mostly home-based
Outside IR35
You'll play a key role in commissioning protection and control systems on HV substations (132-400kV).
Responsibilities include:
* Planning and delivering site acceptance testing and commissioning in line with SR141 procedures
* Functional and performance testing of protection systems, control panels and secondary equipment
* Witnessing FAT and ensuring all activities follow approved standards and methods
* Managing commissioning documentation, drawings, reports and handover records
* Creating and reviewing test plans, method statements and commissioning switching programmes
* Deploying and verifying configuration files for SCADA BCUs, RTUs, protection relays and network devices
* Managing site equipment, spares, LOTO procedures and safety documentation
* Troubleshooting technical issues during commissioning and energisation
* Coordinating with project managers, site teams and stakeholders
* Promoting strong HSE culture on site
Skills needed:
* Electrical engineering qualification or strong relevant experience
* Current or previous National Grid SR141/BP141/TP141 authorisation (essential)
* Extensive HV substation commissioning experience (132-400kV)
* Strong understanding of electrical systems, protection relays, control schemes and industry standards
* Experience with SCADA systems and deploying device configurations
* Confident documentation and reporting skills
* Strong teamwork, communication and leadership abilities
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel