Senior Commissioning Engineer

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SeniorCommissioning Engineer and TP141 Senior Commissioning Engineer

The role involves the commissioning of SCADA and Protection systems across transmission systems throughout England. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineer looking to contribute to high-profile power projects.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the commissioning process for SCADA and Protection installations.
  • Ensure all work is completed in accordance with relevant standards and safety regulations.
  • Perform testing and fault diagnosis on the Protection and Control system.
  • Prepare and review commissioning documentation, including test reports and certificates.
  • Prepare the relevant commissioning folder and schedules.
  • Understand and support the CSP plan for system return.
  • Work closely with project managers, engineers, and contractors to meet project timelines.
  • Provide technical guidance to site teams and troubleshoot support.
  • Adhere to all site‑specific health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
  • Document commissioning activities and report progress to management.
  • Liaise with clients, including National Grid, to ensure successful project delivery and commissioning panel meetings.
  • Address any client concerns promptly and professionally.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Proven experience in commissioning SCADA and Protection systems, preferably in power transmission projects.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems and controls associated with transmission systems.
  • Strong knowledge of networking, managed switches, time‑sync protocols.
  • Strong knowledge of related functionalities for ATCC, Synchrocheck and other.
  • Strong knowledge of communication protocols, such as IEC61850.
  • Experience working on National Grid sites.
  • Ability to understand and fault find the electrical scheme design.
  • National Grid TP141 Authorisation.
  • Experience working on SCADA systems such as PACiS, DsAgile, GPG, G500.
  • Experience working on Protection schemes, such as DAR, mesh corner, Feeder, Transformer, Busbar.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Industries

Electrical Equipment Manufacturing

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Posted: April 11th, 2026