Commissioning Engineer - 12 Month Contract
Posted 2 weeks ago by Mint Selection | B Corp
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Manchester Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Commissioning Engineer (BESS) involves supporting the delivery and energisation of a large-scale Battery Energy Storage project in Manchester. The engineer will focus on commissioning HV electrical systems and battery storage infrastructure, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and safety. This contract position requires proven experience in renewable energy and HV systems, with an immediate start available for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute commissioning activities across BESS and associated HV infrastructure (typically 33kV–132kV)
- Carry out pre-commissioning, functional testing, and energisation of electrical systems
- Review and implement commissioning procedures, method statements, and risk assessments
- Coordinate with OEMs (battery systems, inverters, SCADA) during testing and commissioning phases
- Interface with DNO / National Grid to support grid compliance and energisation approvals
- Support HV switching operations (if authorised) in line with site procedures
- Identify, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during commissioning
- Ensure all activities are conducted in line with HSE standards and site safety rules
- Support project documentation including test records, reports, and handover documentation
Key Skills:
- Proven experience as a Commissioning Engineer within renewable energy, power generation or infrastructure
- Strong experience commissioning HV electrical systems (11kV–132kV)
- Experience with BESS, substations, or grid connection projects
- Knowledge of protection systems, SCADA and control systems
- Familiarity with UK grid compliance and commissioning standards
- HV Authorised Person (AP) or SAP (desirable, not essential)
- Electrical Engineering background or equivalent experience
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Manchester
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Energy
Role – Commissioning Engineer (BESS) – Contract
Location – Manchester + Site-Based
Mint Selection are working with a leading energy infrastructure developer delivering a 600MW Battery Energy Storage (BESS) project in Manchester. They are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer on a contract basis to support the delivery and energisation of this large-scale project. This role will focus on the commissioning of HV electrical systems and battery storage infrastructure, working closely with EPC contractors, OEMs, and the wider project team to ensure safe and compliant energisation and handover.
Scope of Work
- Execute commissioning activities across BESS and associated HV infrastructure (typically 33kV–132kV)
- Carry out pre-commissioning, functional testing, and energisation of electrical systems
- Review and implement commissioning procedures, method statements, and risk assessments
- Coordinate with OEMs (battery systems, inverters, SCADA) during testing and commissioning phases
- Interface with DNO / National Grid to support grid compliance and energisation approvals
- Support HV switching operations (if authorised) in line with site procedures
- Identify, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during commissioning
- Ensure all activities are conducted in line with HSE standards and site safety rules
- Support project documentation including test records, reports, and handover documentation
Experience to be Considered
- Proven experience as a Commissioning Engineer within renewable energy, power generation or infrastructure
- Strong experience commissioning HV electrical systems (11kV–132kV)
- Experience with BESS, substations, or grid connection projects
- Knowledge of protection systems, SCADA and control systems
- Familiarity with UK grid compliance and commissioning standards
- HV Authorised Person (AP) or SAP (desirable, not essential)
- Electrical Engineering background or equivalent experience
This is a contract opportunity with an immediate start (flexible for the right candidate). Day rate negotiable depending on experience. Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. If you are interested, please apply within or contact Sam Nice directly for further information.