Senior Commissioning Engineer

Senior Commissioning Engineer

Posted 2 days ago by Totaljobs

£65 Per hour
Outside
Undetermined
St. Helens (WA10)

Summary: The Senior Commissioning Engineer role involves overseeing the commissioning of high voltage (HV) and extra high voltage (EHV) substations, specifically within Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) environments. The position is a 12-month initial contract with a likelihood of extension and is classified as outside IR35. The engineer is expected to work independently while managing multiple commissioning packages concurrently.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Commissioning HV / EHV substations (typically 132kV-400kV).
  • Manage multiple commissioning packages concurrently.
  • Ensure compliance with UK DNO / TSO safety rules.
  • Utilize strong understanding of protection relays, SCADA systems, and control panels.

Key Skills:

  • 5+ years experience in BESS environments.
  • Proven track record in commissioning HV / EHV substations.
  • Strong understanding of protection relays, SCADA systems, and control panels.
  • Experience working under UK DNO / TSO safety rules.
  • Ability to work independently.

Salary (Rate): £65 per hour

City: St. Helens

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Senior Commissioning Engineer

12 month initial contract (likelihood for extension)

Outside IR35

£65 per hour

Required Skillset

  • 5+ years experience working in BESS environments
  • 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.