HV Substation Commissioning Engineer

Job Description Summary

Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

Reporting to the Commissioning Manager and based remotely in either the UK or France with approx. 90% travel, the Substation Commissioning Engineer is responsible for ensuring all site testing, commissioning and installation activities are carried out to the highest standards of Health, Safety and Quality and in a manner that safeguards the Environment.

This includes maintaining compliance with GE Grid and their clients policies and procedures, in addition to UK and international regulation.

Job Description

Location: Remote within the UK or France, able to travel significantly to sites across Europe (approx. 90% travel)

Summary:

• Ensure all site commissioning and installation activities are carried out to the highest standards of Health, Safety and Quality and in a manner that safeguards the environment.
• Ensure that all site commissioning activities are undertaken in full compliance with GE Grid and client policies and procedures, in addition to the UK and international legislation.
• Test, commission and service installed primary and secondary equipment during construction and in-service substation operations.
• Effectively execute projects in line with client and GE expectations, programmes and budgets.
• Ensure accurate on-site test records, reports and quality documentation are created, maintained and circulated in accordance with GE internal governance and GE quality plans.
• Effectively work alongside other assigned staff as part of a team to successfully deliver projects.
• Travel throughout UK and globally as and when required. Estimated 90% travel requirements.
• Able to work on offshore windfarms.
• Full UK / EU driving license required. A company car will be provided.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Effective and efficient testing and commissioning of substation equipment, ensuring that agreed work is carried out in accordance with the pre-set time scales and budgets.
• Execution of day-to-day commissioning activities to successfully achieve on time delivery of assigned projects.
• Responsible for the preparation, creation and issue of site documentation including but not limited to RAMS (Risk Assessment Method Statement), NCR’s (Non-conformance Report), TQ’s (Technical Queries) in accordance with approved processes and procedures.
• Communicating site non-compliances and or deviations to the Site Manager & Project Engineer.
• Reports to the Site Manager / Project Manager and Commissioning Manager.
• Enacting the role of LV Authorised Person in accordance with requirements of the GE LV Safe System of Work (LVSSOW) procedures.
• Comply with the GE code of ethics.

Requirements

Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering / HND in Electrical Engineering or Equivalent.

Specific Knowledge:

• Experience knowledge of Substation Protection Systems and equipment.
• Testing & Commissioning of HV and LV Switchgear and Equipment.
• Fault finding on protection schemes and equipment.
• Knowledge and experience of Construction and Field Services site work.

Experience

• Experience in the testing and commissioning of HV Power systems equipment.
• Experience in activities related to the testing and validation of an equipment, facility or plant in accordance with the design objectives or specifications for operational use.
• Experience in SCADA systems as well as technical skills using PC / DS Agile/ Aview software.
• Experience in communication with Protection and control system as well 3rd party IEDs system integration.
• Site experience, working at height and working in a construction environment.
• Knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both internally and externally.
• Demonstrated experience in testing and Commissioning of substation equipment (Generation, transmission and distribution).
• Knowledge and experience of working in a HV Substation environment.
• Knowledge and experience of working on Offshore Windfarm environments.
• Good knowledge and experience of IEC61850 protocol, Modbus, IEC101, IEC 104 and IEC103.
• Knowledge & experience of GE Micom and Multilin products will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge and experience working with various test equipment such as Omicron, Sverker, Programma and Megger will be advantageous.

Grid Solutions, a GE Vernova business, serves customers globally with over 20,000 employees. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment, systems and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. Grid Solutions is focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energy resources to the grid. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

About GE Grid Solutions:

At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work:

At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer:

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment.

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No