Commissioning Engineer
Spencer Ogden
Commissioning Engineers – Transmission Substations (132/220/400kV)
Location: Creag Dhubh, Scotland
Contract Duration: July 2026 – April 2027
IR35 Status: Outside IR35
Spencer Ogden is seeking 2 experienced Commissioning Engineers to support a major transmission substation project at Creag Dhubh.
We are looking for commissioning professionals with proven experience working on 132kV, 220kV, and 400kV transmission substations and a strong background in testing, protection systems, and commissioning activities.
Key Responsibilities
Testing and commissioning of CTs and VTs
Checking and validating protection schemes, including busbar protection
Interface testing of:
Transformers
Circuit Breakers (CBs)
Reactors
GIS (Gas Insulated Switchgear)
Conducting primary injection testing
Conducting secondary injection testing
Supporting commissioning activities in line with project and safety requirements
Requirements
Demonstrable experience commissioning high-voltage transmission substations (132kV–400kV)
Strong understanding of protection and control systems
Experience with primary and secondary injection testing
Ability to work independently in a commissioning environment
Relevant electrical engineering qualifications and authorisations preferred
What's on Offer?
Long-term contract from July through April
Outside IR35
Competitive rate of £84/hour
Opportunity to work on a significant UK transmission infrastructure project
If you are an experienced Commissioning Engineer with transmission substation expertise and are available for your next contract opportunity, apply now or contact Spencer Ogden for more information.
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