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Job Title: High Voltage (HV) Test Engineer - Contractor
Location: UK or Central Europe (travel required)
Duration: 3-6 Months (Contract)
Industry: Transmission & Distribution (T&D) - Grid Solutions
Client: Global Grid Technology Leader (Undisclosed)
Contract Type: Independent Contractor / Freelance

Job Overview:
We are currently hiring an experienced High Voltage (HV) Test Engineer to support field testing and commissioning activities on Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) systems for a global leader in grid solutions within the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) market. This role is ideal for professionals familiar with high-voltage testing practices and partial discharge diagnostics, particularly those with experience on GE Grid Solutions equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform high-voltage testing on GIS equipment during on-site commissioning, using HN generators connected via busbars or bushings.

Conduct Partial Discharge (PD) and Ultra High Frequency (UHF) measurements to identify insulation defects or system abnormalities.

Analyze test results, detect potential faults, and support the engineering team in implementing corrective actions.

Prepare detailed test documentation and reports for internal and client use.

Ensure testing is conducted in compliance with relevant electrical safety standards and operational procedures.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across various European grid project sites.

Required Skills and Experience:

Strong hands-on experience in high-voltage testing and commissioning within the T&D sector.

Proven expertise with GIS systems, particularly diagnostic testing methodologies such as PD and UHF.

Preferable experience with GE Grid Solutions equipment and test protocols.

Technical background in Electrical or Power Engineering.

Ability to work independently on-site and communicate clearly with engineering and project teams.

Willingness to travel within the UK and Central Europe.

Contract Details:

Duration: 3 to 6 months, with potential for extension based on project scope.

Competitive daily rate.

All project-related travel and accommodation costs covered.

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