Commissioning Engineer - SROR TP

Position: Commissioning Engineer - SR141 OR TP141
Location: Staffordshire

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and driven SR141 Authorised Engineer to join their Energy Business. The role involves testing and commissioning electrical Protection & Control Systems, ranging from modifications of existing systems to the implementation of new systems.

This role is suitable for existing National Grid SR141 authorised and experienced Commissioning Engineers.

Responsibilities:

* Planning and completion of site acceptance testing and commissioning activities for Protection and Control Systems with a HV Substation in line with approved test documentation, procedures and SR141 Commissioning Authorisation.

* Performing functional and performance testing of protection systems, control systems, control panels and associated secondary equipment & infrastructure.

* Witness and support factory acceptance testing in line with approved test documentation.

* Ensure installation, test & commissioning work is carried out in line with agreed technical procedures, methods and standards.

* Attend and provide input to NG SR106 Commissioning Panel Meetings

* Produce, collate & manage the project commissioning file

* Control of drawings and schematics and Mark-up of these where changes are identified as required through test and commissioning activities

* Development and review of commissioning and test documentation including Commissioning Switching Programmes, Commissioning Method Statements, test reports, certificates, and handover records, etc.

* Deployment of configuration and setting files to SCADA BCU’s, RTU’s, Protection Relays and Network devices (Ethernet Switches etc.) including subsequent verification.

* Define required site equipment and materials to support the Commissioning activities.

* Manage, maintain and control commissioning spares and test equipment.

* Responsible for the control LOTO in line with safe working procedures including permits where required.

* Identifying, investigating, and rectifying technical issues and faults during the commissioning and energisation phases.

* Liaising with project managers, site teams, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and smooth project delivery.

* Safety Leadership:
Enforcing health, safety, and environmental best practices on site.

Requirements:

* Suitably qualified or experienced in an Electrical Engineering discipline

* Current or previous National Grid SR141 (or BP141/TP141) authorisation is essential.

* Proven, extensive experience in commissioning HV substations (132kV to 400kV), protection & control systems, and grid infrastructure.

* Strong understanding of electrical systems, control schemes, protection relays, grid codes, and relevant industry standards.

* Understanding of communication networks and differing communication protocols including IEC
61850, GOOSE and media types utilised (i.e. Ethernet over fibre optic, serial copper, etc.)

* Computer literate with respect to the production of documentation (Microsoft Office)

* Computer literate with respect to the deployment of configuration files & verification to electrical devices

* Experience of writing, developing & contributing to Test & Commissioning specifications & plans

* Experience of industrial supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems

* Full UK drivers’ licence and willingness to travel