Commissioning Engineer

To perform installation, commissioning, modification and maintenance of electrical distribution equipment at UK and overseas locations. Travelling to various locations in the UK & overseas and work in flexible 24/7 cover in a rotating shift pattern.

• Supervise/perform the following activities at UK, overseas and offshore locations on switch gear, transformers and related equipment between the voltage range of 400V–33kV.
• Off‑load new panels, switch gear and transformers.
• Install new panels.
• Commission electrical equipment.
• Wiring modifications and retrofit upgrades.
• Planned maintenance – from visual to intrusive across our product range.
• Conduct partial discharge testing, thermal imaging, oil samples etc.
• Perform systems testing and fault diagnosis.
• Install EAA sensors and required hardware.
• Work in a safe environment – perform site risk assessments and assist in producing method statements.
• Document test results and produce site work reports.
• Contribute to the formulation of offers for site activities.
• Assist with works tests when necessary.
• Contribute to customer training activities.
• Promote the company's service activities, identify and pursue business opportunities.
• Participate in the on‑call rota system to provide emergency support to our customers 24/7.
• Supervise personnel onsite, including team members and subcontractors.
• Liaise with the installation/project managers.
• Proactively identify and communicate onsite opportunities for additional services, upgrades, or solutions that enhance customer operations and align with Schneider Electric offerings.

• Produce site reports/test results within 2 working days of completing a contract.
• Complete time sheets, expenses on a weekly basis.
• Complete health & safety documentation on a weekly basis whilst in a supervisory role.
• Complete method statements & risk assessments within timescales set.
• Complete installations & maintenance against agreed timescales.
• Previous working experience in installation, commissioning, maintenance & repair of switch gear & associated plant.
• Experience of working alone and as part of a team at UK, overseas and offshore locations.
• Customer/results focused and demonstrate a 'service' disposition.
• Willing to work at nuclear, military and offshore locations.
• Hold a full driving licence.
• Well grounded in the principles & application of electrical safety from the risks associated with live HV networks.
• Appropriate underpinning knowledge in the form of academic qualifications (e.g. Degree/HNC) or relevant experience.
• Good experience of high voltage testing (415V – 33kV systems), CT magnetisation curves and CT primary injection.
• Experience of relay secondary injection (both electromechanical and solid‑state relays) & VT primary injection.
• Experience of control circuit wiring testing & modification and mechanical/electrical function testing of 415V – 33kV switchboards & networks.

• Competitive salary & bonus scheme.
• 28 days annual leave & public holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Employee share ownership programme.
• Various health & wellbeing support options.
• Gym flex.
• Open talent market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally).
• Shopping & dining discounts.
• Learning portal and much more.

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.