Lead Commissioning Engineer

Job Description Summary

Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition. As a Lead Commissioning Specialist, you will be technically responsible for the preparation of commissioning specification and the execution of energised testing  a senior member of the test team, you will lead the system test engineers and review site test results.

• Lead the execution of HVDC System Tests on-site in line with specification requirements.
• Prepare or contribute to the generation of commissioning test procedures in coordination with System Engineering / Project Validation & Verification Lead, referencing contractual requirements and international standards.
• Prepare or revise additional testing procedures when required.
• Perform tests of commissioning procedures on Real Time Digital Simulators prior to commissioning at site.
• Prepare or contribute to test programs and anticipate test durations.
• Update and review the test schedule daily and weekly with the customer, managed by the customer alongside the Site Commissioning Manager.
• Prepare power schedules and daily and weekly power profiles.
• Ensure that tests are conducted in accordance with the agreed test procedure.
• Coordinate with the customer for HV switching and power control.
• Review station/converter behaviour to ensure satisfactory performance, documenting and evaluating any unpredicted behaviour before tests proceed.
• Capture and log test results accurately, keeping test reports up to date.
• Issue a daily report to stakeholders at the end of each testing day, jointly with the Site Commissioning Manager.
• Gather return of experience throughout testing and provide a conclusive report at project end.
• Report on a regular basis (daily and weekly) to the Commissioning Team Manager & Project Manager on system test progress.
• Highlight additional costs to avoid overspend and support potential claim for changes.
• Review test schedule performance versus the initial target overall testing program schedule.

• Testing and measuring equipment (status, validity of calibration certificates).
• Safety equipment related to electrical activities.
• Explain safety moment and test plan to all stakeholders at the start of each day.

• Engineering degree or equivalent including power systems and power electronics subjects, or proven equivalent knowledge and experience in the HVDC business.
• Successful completion of vocational training with demonstrated years of experience as a Commissioning Engineer in the high‑voltage field, preferably as a Site Commissioning Manager.
• Good knowledge of overall 400kV substation and HVDC systems (LCC/VSC/SVC), including control and protection systems.
• Knowledge of overall HVDC system operational behaviour and its impact on equipment.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel;
  Microsoft Project is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Fault Recorder (TFR) systems.
• Understanding of substation control and protection systems and HV equipment operation is beneficial.
• Experience working alongside GE is advantageous but non‑critical.
• Willingness to work both in office and on sites worldwide for extended periods.

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements. Competitive benefits and great development opportunities, including private health insurance.

Relocation Assistance Provided:
No