Commissioning Engineer

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Balfour Beatty Power T&D are seeking an experienced High Voltage substation Commissioning Engineers to join our dynamic team. You will be responsible for the testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of high voltage (HV) electrical systems, ensuring their safe and efficient function and readiness for operational service. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with strong technical expertise, a safety-first mindset, and a passion for working with high voltage systems in a variety of settings such as substations throughout the UK.

• Commissioning & Testing:
  Lead the commissioning of high voltage electrical equipment and systems (up to 400kV and beyond), including transformers, switch gear, protection relays, cables, and substation auxiliary equipment.
• Troubleshooting:
  Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to HV systems, ensuring timely rectification within budget.
• Documentation:
  Prepare and maintain commissioning reports, test results, technical documentation, risk assessments/method statements.
• Standards Compliance:
  Ensure that all systems meet relevant design, technical and safety standards.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with both client and internal design/commissioning engineers, project managers and site teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Safety Focus:
  Adhere to and promote strict health & safety, and environmental protocols during all operations, including CDM and clients Safety Rules.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering preferred, HNC in electrical engineering being the minimum requirement.

Experience: Minimum 5 years of demonstrable experience in commissioning high voltage equipment and systems (including up to 400kV).

Technical Knowledge: Demonstrable experience on:

• Power transformers
• Current/voltage transformers
• Circuit breakers, disconnectors
• LVAC board/Diesel Generator schemes
• Substation Control Systems
• Protection and Control Systems

Practical Experience In

• Commissioning Switching Programmes
• Multiple relay application and test software
• Omicron CMC software
• Primary/secondary injection testing
• Certifications:
  
  National Grid TP141 would be highly desirable along with SSE and National Grid operational authorisations.
• Communication:
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving:
  Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in high-pressure environments.
• Travel:
  Willingness to travel to various project sites around the UK as required.

• Competitive salary + bonus opportunities
• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Up to 7% employer pension contribution
• Professional fees paid + clear chartership pathways
• Smart working with up to 40% remote flexibility
• Life assurance, EAP, and family-friendly policies
• Training & development with access to industry-leading tools and qualifications
• Opportunities to make a difference through volunteering and sustainability initiatives

Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks. From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK’s most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

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