Job Description

Job Title: EHV Commissioning Manager / Lead EHV Commissioning Engineer

Salary: £600–£700 per day

Location: Teesside (Site-Based)

Contract: Long-Term Contract

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced EHV Commissioning Manager/ Lead EHV Commissioning Engineer with a strong background in 275kV or 400kV transmission projects?

We're seeking a hands-on technical leader to take ownership of the end-to-end commissioning of a major UK energy infrastructure project. You'll be responsible for commissioning strategy, planning, testing, energisation and final handover, working closely with National Grid, principal contractors and specialist testing providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning of a 275kV XLPE cable system from planning through to energisation.
• Develop and manage commissioning strategies, programmes and readiness plans.
• Lead commissioning tests, evaluate results and resolve technical issues.
• Coordinate interfaces with National Grid, OEMs, contractors and project stakeholders.
• Produce and review ITPs, commissioning procedures, SAT documentation and handover packs.
• Ensure all commissioning activities are delivered safely and in line with project and industry standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience commissioning 275kV and/or 400kV transmission projects.
• Previous experience as a Lead Commissioning Engineer or Commissioning Manager.
• Strong knowledge of EHV cable systems, joints, terminations, bonding and earthing.
• Experience with National Grid commissioning, outage and energisation processes.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex commissioning activities.
• TP141, SAP or equivalent transmission authorisations are highly desirable.