Job Title - Commissioning Engineer
Location: UK & Europe (Onshore)
Contract Duration: 6-12 months
Start Date: ASAP
We are collaborating with an international OEM to hire a Commissioning Engineer for a contract opportunity focused on Transmission & Distribution (T&D) systems in the wind industry. The successful candidate will work on onshore wind farm projects across the UK and Europe, overseeing the commissioning of electrical systems, including substations, high-voltage cables, transformers, and grid connections, ensuring systems are safely integrated and fully operational.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the commissioning of electrical T&D systems for onshore wind farm projects.
- Perform system integration testing (SIT) and ensure proper communication between T&D systems and wind turbines.
- Troubleshoot and resolve commissioning issues related to T&D infrastructure.
- Review and verify commissioning documentation, including test reports, manuals, and system configurations.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and project specifications during commissioning.
- Provide on-site technical support during the installation and commissioning phases of T&D projects.
- Develop and maintain operational procedures, maintenance schedules, and documentation for T&D systems.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Proven experience in commissioning electrical T&D systems, preferably within the wind or renewable energy sector.
- Knowledge of electrical systems such as substations, transformers, high-voltage cables, and grid connections.
- Familiarity with commissioning processes, system integration testing (SIT), and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
- Experience with onshore wind farm projects.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with project teams and OEMs.
- Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset.
- Willingness to travel to various UK and Europe-based sites.
Valid right to work in the UK and/or Europe
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.