Commissioning Engineer - NG Person

£95 - £110 per hour

Prestonpans, East Lothian

posted 18 May 26

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Commissioning Engineer - NG Person

£95 - £110 per hour

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About this role

Job Title: Commissioning Engineer - Transmission Project (Inch Cape Onshore)
Location: Inch Cape Onshore, East Lothian, EH32 9SF
Sector: Power Transmission / T&D
Job Type: Temporary (Contract - LTD)
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: July 2026
Hours: 10-hour days (11 Days On / 3 Days Off)
Pay Rate: £100 per hour (£1,000 per day)
Reason for Vacancy: Project delivery requirements on major transmission scheme

The Role:
We are currently recruiting an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support works on a major transmission project at Inch Cape Onshore.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-profile site within a live substation environment, contributing to critical UK grid infrastructure through to mid-2026.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leading and carrying out commissioning of primary and secondary plant at varying voltages
  • Functional testing of protection and control schemes
  • Reviewing, completing and signing off commissioning documentation
  • Ensuring compliance with National Grid standards and site safety rules
  • Coordinating with SAPs, Project Engineers and client representatives
  • Supporting energisation and fault-finding activities
  • Working safely within a live transmission environment

Essential Requirements:

  • Extensive experience commissioning up to level
  • Strong background within UK transmission projects
  • Solid understanding of UK T&D commissioning procedures
  • Proven experience working in live substations

Desirable:

  • Previous experience on National Grid or SSEN transmission sites
  • Ability to lead commissioning activities independently
  • Strong communication and coordination skills

What's on Offer:

  • Immediate start available
  • Long-term contract through to July 2026
  • Potential of up to
  • £1,000 per day rate (LTD)
  • Opportunity to work on a major UK transmission project

If you are an experiencesd Commissioning Engineer with and are available to start immediately, please apply with your CV or contact directly for further details.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

  • Contract Type

    Contract

  • Specialism

    Construction & Property

  • Working pattern

    Full Time

  • Job ref

    Req/679356

  • Expiry date

    17 June 2026

  • Job duration

    2 months+

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