Commissioning Engineer
Job in
Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, AB42, Scotland, UK
Listed on 2026-06-08
Listing for:
JAM
Contract
position Listed on 2026-06-08
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Test Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced HV Commissioning Engineer to join a major transmission infrastructure programme, initially supporting SSEN projects before moving onto SPEN frameworks.
The OpportunityPeterhead
12-Month Contract + Extensions
£700–£850 per day (Outside IR35, All-In)
Immediate Start Available
Monday–Friday (10-hour days, early finish Fridays) + optional weekend work
Key Responsibilities- Lead commissioning activities on HV/EHV substations (132kV–400kV)
- Carry out protection, control and SCADA testing
- Develop commissioning procedures and test documentation
- Support energisation, handover and project delivery
- Ensure compliance with SSEN/SPEN safety standards
- SSEN or SPEN Authorisation
- SSE Cat 1 & Cat 3 Authorisation
- Proven HV/EHV substation commissioning experience
- Strong knowledge of protection relays, control systems and SCADA
- Experience working under UK DNO/TSO safety rules
This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long‑term contract on critical UK transmission projects with a strong pipeline of future work.
Interested? Contact Alex at JAM Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
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