Posted 24 July, 2026
Commissioning Engineer
JAM Recruitment Ltd
Swindon, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Substation Commissioning EngineerCentral Belt, Scotland£900 per day - outside IR3512 month initial contractAre you a Commissioning Engineer with at least 6 years experience in commissioning substations? Are you looking for your next contract? If so, read on...Responsibilities:Lead and deliver the commissioning of HV substations and associated systems across DNO projectsDevelop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and test documentation.Perform functional testing, fault-finding, and verification of protection and control systems.Ensure all works comply with DNO safety rules and standards.Liaise with project management, design, and construction teams to ensure seamless project delivery.Produce detailed commissioning reports, test results, and completion documentation.Support project handover and ensure all systems are energised safely and on schedule.Requirements:Proven track record commissioning HV substations (typically up to 132kV).Strong understanding of protection relays, SCADA systems, and control panels.Demonstrated experience working under UK DNO / TSO safety rules.Ability to work independently and manage multiple commissioning packages concurrently.Right to work in the UK.If this sounds like a good fit for you, get in touch with Kate Blackwell ASAP!TPBN1_UKTJ
