Commissioning Engineer

Site Electrical Commissioning Engineer

UK Power & Energy Project | Contract

A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.

• Contract: 31 Oct 2026 with possible extension
• Start: ASAP
• Rotation: 10 hours per day | 10 on / 4 off or 5/2 (Mon - Fri)
• Location: Northwest UK
• Eligibility: Full UK working rights required

Overview

We’re looking for a hands-on Site Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support the delivery of electrical commissioning activities on a major UK site. This is a self-delivery commissioning environment — meaning you must be comfortable personally carrying out testing and commissioning of electrical assets with minimal supervision/support.

If you’ve got strong on-site commissioning experience across LV and MV systems, thrive in fast-paced construction/industrial environments, and can work with minimal supervision, this is a great opportunity to step into a key delivery role.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and execute on-site electrical commissioning activities and reporting
• Carry out inspections, test/verification and functional performance testing
• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, HSE and other site stakeholders to plan and deliver commissioning safely and efficiently
• Review design documents/drawings for compliance with specs, standards and codes
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve commissioning issues/defects; manage close-out
• Maintain and update commissioning documentation including punch lists
• Coordinate with site interfaces including Siemens, LOTO and admin functions
• Support safe systems of work, including HSE compliance and permit/LOTO processes

Essential experience (must-have)

• Proven site-based commissioning experience in electrical systems
• Hands-on commissioning/testing of electrical assets including:
• LV & MV switchgear
• Generator xwzovoh Circuit Breaker (GCB)
• CT & VT testing
• Transformer testing
• Ability to work independently and deliver commissioning without reliance on supervision/support
• Strong understanding of relevant standards, codes and safe working practices
• Clear documentation and communication skills (reports, test evidence, punch lists)

Desirable

• Familiarity with Siemens systems/interfaces
• Experience with structured commissioning plans/procedures and close-out processes
• Safety certification (e.g., NEBOSH/IOSH/OSHA-equivalent) and strong HSE mindset

Degree/HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).