Job Description
About the Role
Our client is a specialist provider of MV & HV service on switchgear, circuit breakers, and relays, covering installation, commissioning, modification, maintenance, and repair. They deliver projects across the UK and overseas, specialising in ABB HV switchgear and relays, while also undertaking work on all other manufacturers' equipment.
They are looking for an experienced HV Commissioning Engineer to join their nationwide team, working on switchgear, circuit breaker, and relay commissioning projects across the UK and internationally. This is a hands-on role suited to an engineer confident working independently on site, with strong exposure to HV systems and protection relays.
Key Responsibilities
- Commissioning of new and existing HV electrical systems, switchgear, and relays
- Installation, modification, maintenance, and repair of MV & HV switchgear and circuit breakers
- Working primarily with ABB switchgear and relays, alongside equipment from other manufacturers
- Carrying out testing and fault-finding to ensure systems meet required standards
- Travelling nationwide (and occasionally overseas) to deliver projects on client sites
- Working safely and professionally at all times, using provided test kit and Arc Flash PPE
What's on Offer
- Approx. 750 per day, dependent on experience
- Vehicle and fuel provided
- 40-hour working week
- 4 hours per day overtime when away from home
- Charged Monday to Friday and paid regardless of site conditions or downtime
- Pension matched up to 10%
- Full flexibility on working arrangements
- Equipment and PPE provided
- Accommodation and vehicle covered separately from day rate (including when working abroad)
- Nationwide project coverage, with overseas opportunities
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as an HV/MV Commissioning Engineer
- Strong background in switchgear, circuit breaker, and relay commissioning
- Experience with ABB switchgear and relays highly advantageous
- Comfortable working nationwide and travelling to overseas sites when required
- Able to work independently and manage own workload on site
- Relevant HV authorisation/qualifications and safety training
