Commissioning Engineer
CV-LibraryManchester, Greater ManchestercontractPosted: 4 June 2026
Apply NowA fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced HV Commissioning Engineer to join a major transmission infrastructure programme, initially supporting SSEN projects before moving onto SPEN frameworks.
The Opportunity
📍 Manchester
📅 12-Month Contract + Extensions
💰 £750-£850 per day (Outside IR35, All-In)
🚀 Immediate Start Available
⏰ Monday-Friday (10-hour days, early finish Fridays) + optional weekend work
Key Responsibilities
Lead commissioning activities on HV/EHV substations (132kV-400kV)
Carry out protection, control and SCADA testing
Develop commissioning procedures and test documentation
Support energisation, handover and project delivery
Ensure compliance with SSEN/SPEN safety standards
Requirements
✔ SSEN or SPEN Authorisation
✔ SSE Cat 1 & Cat 3 Authorisation
✔ Proven HV/EHV substation commissioning experience
✔ Strong knowledge of protection relays, control systems and SCADA
✔ Experience working under UK DNO/TSO safety rules
This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract on critical UK transmission projects with a strong pipeline of future work.
Interested? Contact Alex at JAM Recruitment for a confidential discussion
The Opportunity
📍 Manchester
📅 12-Month Contract + Extensions
💰 £750-£850 per day (Outside IR35, All-In)
🚀 Immediate Start Available
⏰ Monday-Friday (10-hour days, early finish Fridays) + optional weekend work
Key Responsibilities
Lead commissioning activities on HV/EHV substations (132kV-400kV)
Carry out protection, control and SCADA testing
Develop commissioning procedures and test documentation
Support energisation, handover and project delivery
Ensure compliance with SSEN/SPEN safety standards
Requirements
✔ SSEN or SPEN Authorisation
✔ SSE Cat 1 & Cat 3 Authorisation
✔ Proven HV/EHV substation commissioning experience
✔ Strong knowledge of protection relays, control systems and SCADA
✔ Experience working under UK DNO/TSO safety rules
This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract on critical UK transmission projects with a strong pipeline of future work.
Interested? Contact Alex at JAM Recruitment for a confidential discussion