Help Power a Sustainable Future with Powersystems
Now Hiring: Substation Commissioning Engineer Renewable Energy
Location: Remote - UK| Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 + Up to 25% Bonus + Benefits
Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Remote/Site Based
Lead the Future of Renewable Energy Projects
At Powersystems, we dont just build high-voltage infrastructure we power the UK's transition to clean energy. Join our employee-owned business and be a driving force in delivering utility-scale renewable energy projects across the UK.
This role involves extensive travel within the UK with frequent overnight stays
What Youll Do
As a Commissioning Engineer, youll:
- Deliver electrical testing and commissioning safely, always following the company SHEQ procedures, aligned with the project requirements
- Commission and test outdoor substation equipment on site, including pre and post energisation activities for switchgear, Protection relays, and auxiliary systems
- Perform protection, control, and interface testing, including SCADA, Modbus and IEC 61850 activities using tools like Omicron and Test Universe
- Offer expert technical support during commissioning phase working closely with project engineers, design teams, clients, DNOs and subcontractors
- Champion Powersystems PriorityNo.1 Health, Safety, and wellbeing, professionalism and continuous improvement
What Were Looking For Health & Safety
- Strong hands on experience in power sector testing and commissioning, particularly primary and secondary injection, switchgear, protection relays and cable testing
- Confidence using standard relays and commissioning tools such as Micom, Sepam, Siemens, ABB, Omicron, Test Universe, and IEC 61850
- Proven ability to test, commission, and fault find on protection and control interface and SCADA systems
- Comfortable delivering high quality commissioning paperwork, test records, and as-build drawings, with a heavy focus on accuracy and detail
- Adept at building strong ongoing working relationships with clients, DNOs, manufacturers and colleagues, demonstrating clear and professional communication at all times
- Full UK Driving License & Right to Work in the UK
Whats in It for You?
- £70,000 - £75,000 salary + profit share
- Up to 25% bonus
- Car allowance or Company Vehicle
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + 20 days paid sick leave
- Private health insurance + cashback plan
- Pension & life assurance at 4X salary
- Ongoing training & funded professional development
- Employee Assistance Program for Mental health & wellbeing support
- Cycle-to-work scheme, gym (Bristol) access & more
Why Join Powersystems?
Were an employee-owned, inclusive, and forward-thinking engineering business. We invest in our people, support their wellbeing, and encourage innovation. Your ideas will shape the energy future and your career will grow with us.
Ready to make an impact?
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