High Voltage Electrical Commissioning Engineer. LilyLifestyle

High Voltage (HV) Specialist / HV Commissioning Engineer

Project: Bristol Arena Project
Location: Bristol, UK
Contract Type: Contract

Responsible for supporting the installation, testing, commissioning, energisation and operation of High Voltage electrical systems. The role will work alongside the project team, DNO/utility providers and specialist contractors to ensure all HV works are completed safely and in accordance with UK regulations and project requirements.

• HV cable installation, jointing, termination and testing.
• Support metering and substation interface works.
• Carry out or supervise HV switching and energisation activities.
• Relay protection testing, calibration and commissioning.
• Prepare and review switching schedules and RAMS.
• Coordinate with DNOs, utility providers and client representatives.
• Ensure compliance with UK electrical and safety regulations.
• Provide technical support during commissioning and fault-finding activities.

• Experience working on 11kV and above electrical distribution systems.
• Previous involvement with substations, switch gear and HV infrastructure.
• Experience of commissioning, energisation and testing activities.
• Knowledge of UK electrical standards and safe systems of work.
• Experience working on large commercial, industrial, infrastructure or energy projects.

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred).
• Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) experience.
• Relevant HV switching authorisations.
• National Grid, DNO, utility, renewables, rail or data centre experience advantageous.
• CSCS/ECS card and relevant safety certifications.

Candidates are commonly sourced from utility companies, DNOs, power generation, renewable energy, rail electrification, data centres, heavy industrial facilities and specialist HV contracting organisations.