Lead Commissioning Engineer - National Grid/SSEN Projects

£90 - £110 per hour

Inveraray, Argyll & Bute

posted 18 May 26

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Lead Commissioning Engineer - National Grid/SSEN Projects

£90 - £110 per hour

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About this role

Job Title: Senior / Lead Commissioning Engineer - Transmission Project (Creag Dhubh)
Location: Creag Dhubh
Sector: Power Transmission / T&D
Job Type: Contract (LTD)
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: 29/03/2027
Hours: 10-hour days
Rate: Up to £1,100 per day DOE

Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior / Lead Commissioning Engineer to support delivery on the Creag Dhubh transmission project.

This role is suited to a seasoned commissioning professional with a strong track record operating at lead level within UK HV transmission environments.

Role Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years' experience operating as a Lead Commissioning Engineer
  • 20+ years' experience within HV transmission substations
  • Proven experience commissioning primary and secondary plant up to 400kV
  • Strong background working on UK transmission projects (National Grid / SSEN preferred)
  • Extensive knowledge of commissioning procedures, safety rules, and live substation environments

Responsibilities:

  • Leading commissioning activities across primary and secondary systems
  • Overseeing protection and control testing and validation
  • Managing and signing off commissioning documentation
  • Coordinating with SAPs, engineers, and client representatives
  • Supporting energisation, fault finding, and system integration
  • Providing technical leadership and guidance on site

What's on Offer:

  • Long-term contract through to March 2027
  • £1,000 per day (LTD)
  • Structured 11 on / 3 off rotation
  • Key leadership role on a major UK transmission project

If you are a Senior / Lead Commissioning Engineer with the required experience and available for the above dates, please apply with your CV or get in touch directly to discuss further.

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/679396

  • Expiry date

    17 June 2026

  • Job duration

    10 months+

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