Commissioning Engineer
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£900 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
Scotland; Glasgow; Edinburgh; Aberdeen; Perth; Dundee; Paisley; Inverness; Falkirk; Fife; Stirling
Summary: The role of Commissioning Engineer involves leading the commissioning of HV substations and associated systems for SSEN and SPEN projects. The position requires a combination of site commissioning and remote design verification, with a focus on safety compliance and effective project delivery. The contract is for 12 months with potential yearly extensions, and the engineer will work Monday to Friday with possible weekend work. The role is outside IR35 and offers a competitive daily rate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and deliver the commissioning of HV substations and associated systems across SSEN projects initially, & SPEN projects longer term.
- Develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and test documentation.
- Perform functional testing, fault-finding, and verification of protection and control systems.
- Ensure all works comply with SSEN & SPEN safety rules and standards.
- Liaise with project management, design, and construction teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
- Produce detailed commissioning reports, test results, and completion documentation.
- Support project handover and ensure all systems are energised safely and on schedule.
Key Skills:
- Valid SSEN or SPEN authorisation.
- Proven track record commissioning HV / EHV substations (typically 132kV-400kV).
- Strong understanding of protection relays, SCADA systems, and control panels.
- Demonstrated experience working under UK DNO / TSO safety rules.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple commissioning packages concurrently.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Right to work in the UK and flexibility to travel between sites as required.
Salary (Rate): £900 per day
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Are you a Commissioning Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity? If so, take a look at the role below!
Key Details:
- Location: Aberdeenshire (Hybrid between site commissioning & remote design verification/review/commissioning paperwork)
- Contract Duration: 12 months + yearly extensions
- Start Date: ASAP/Immediately
- Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (10 hour days & 5 hour days on Fridays) + potential weekend work
- Rate: £800-900 per day Outside IR35
Responsibilities:
- Lead and deliver the commissioning of HV substations and associated systems across SSEN projects initially, & SPEN projects longer term.
- Develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and test documentation.
- Perform functional testing, fault-finding, and verification of protection and control systems.
- Ensure all works comply with SSEN & SPEN safety rules and standards.
- Liaise with project management, design, and construction teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
- Produce detailed commissioning reports, test results, and completion documentation.
- Support project handover and ensure all systems are energised safely and on schedule.
Requirements
- Valid SSEN or SPEN authorisation
- Proven track record commissioning HV / EHV substations (typically 132kV-400kV).
- Strong understanding of protection relays, SCADA systems, and control panels.
- Demonstrated experience working under UK DNO / TSO safety rules.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple commissioning packages concurrently.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Right to work in the UK and flexibility to travel between sites as required.
If this role is of interest to you, please get in contact with Alex at JAM as soon as possible.