Commissioning Service Engineer - HV/LV Switchgear

Schneider Electric; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy management company in the UK seeks a Commissioning Service Engineer for installation and commissioning of HV/LV switchgear. Responsibilities include supervising activities across various locations, ensuring safety compliance, and providing customer support. Required qualifications include experience in switchgear, electrical safety knowledge, and a valid driving license. Competitive salary and perks available.

Benefits

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme

28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays

Health & Wellbeing Support Options

Pension Scheme

Learning Portal

Qualifications

• Experience in installation and commissioning of switchgear.
• Strong electrical safety knowledge for live HV networks.
• Willing to work at nuclear, military, and offshore locations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise/perform activities on switchgear and transformers.
• Document test results and produce site work reports.
• Participate in the On-Call rota to provide emergency support.

Skills

Installation of switchgear

Commissioning of electrical equipment

Electrical safety knowledge

Customer service focus

Education

Degree/HNC in electrical engineering or relevant experience

Tools

HV testing equipment

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Commissioning Service Engineer - HV/LV Switchgear

Location: London / South of England / Midlands - Travelling appointment role

Posted: 2 weeks ago – Be among the first 25 applicants

Your Mission

To perform installation, commissioning, modification and maintenance of electrical distribution equipment at UK and overseas locations. Travelling to various locations in UK & Overseas and work in flexible 24/7 cover in a rotating shift pattern.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Supervise/perform activities (at UK, overseas and offshore locations) on switchgear, transformers and related equipment between 400 V and 33 kV.
• Off-loading of new panels, switchgear and transformers.
• Installation of new panels.
• Commissioning of Electrical Equipment.
• Wiring Modifications and Retrofit upgrades.
• Planned Maintenance – from visual to intrusive across the product range.
• Partial Discharge testing, thermal imaging, oil samples, etc.
• Systems testing and fault diagnosis.
• Installation of EAA sensors and required hardware.
• Perform site risk assessments and assist in producing method statements.
• Document test results and produce site work reports.
• Contribute to the formulation of offers for site activities.
• Assist with works tests when necessary.
• Contribute to customer training activities.
• Promote the Company’s service activities and pursue business opportunities.
• Participate in the On-Call rota system to provide emergency support to customers 24/7.
• Supervise personnel onsite, including your own team and sub-contractors.
• Liaise with installation/project managers.

Important Criteria for this role

• Produce site reports/test results within 2 working days of completing a contract.
• Complete time sheets and expenses on a weekly basis.
• Complete Health & Safety documentation weekly whilst in a supervisory role.
• Complete Method Statements & Risk Assessments within set timescales.
• Complete installations & maintenance against agreed timescales.

About You

• Previous experience in installation, commissioning, maintenance & repair of switchgear & associated plant.
• Experience of working alone and as part of a team at UK, overseas and offshore locations.
• Customer/results focused with a service mindset.
• Willing to work at nuclear, military and offshore locations.
• Hold a full driving license.
• Strong electrical safety knowledge for live HV networks.
• Academic qualifications (e.g., Degree/HNC) or relevant experience.
• Experience of High Voltage Testing (415 V - 33 kV systems), CT Magnetisation Curves and CT Primary Injection.
• Experience of Relay Secondary Injection (electromechanical and solid state relays) and VT Primary Injection.
• Experience of Control Circuit Wiring testing & modification and Mechanical/Electrical function testing of 415 V - 33 kV switchboards & networks.

What we offer you

• Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme
• 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
• Holiday Buy & Sell programme
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Share Ownership Programme
• Health & Wellbeing Support Options
• Gym Flex
• Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally)
• Shopping & Dining Discounts
• Learning Portal and much more

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Our commitment

Schneider Electric values diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity employment. We uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter underpins safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity in our business operations.

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Project Management and Customer Service

Industries: Automation Machinery Manufacturing