Commissioning Engineer

17918
📍 Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 28, 2026

Job Description

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 Opportunity ?? Manchester ?? 12-Month Contract + Extensions ?? £750-£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 Requirements ? 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 secur...

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Job Details

  • Location Manchester, Lancashire
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category other-general
  • Posted Date June 28, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 07, 2026