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What you’ll be doing This is a hands-on, site-based role working across multiple HV projects, supporting commissioning, testing, and fault investigation activities.
HV Commissioning Engineer
Looking to work on high-impact HV projects across industrial and infrastructure environments?
At Actemium Birmingham (part of VINCI Energies), we deliver specialist engineering solutions across a diverse range of sectors. As part of a global group with a strong UK presence, we offer long-term stability, career development, and access to varied and technically challenging projects.
We’re growing and looking for an HV Commissioning Engineer to play a key role in delivering testing, commissioning, and technical support across HV and LV systems.
This is a hands-on, site-based role working across multiple HV projects, supporting commissioning, testing, and fault investigation activities.
Testing and commissioning HV and LV systems and substation equipment
Commissioning protection relays and schemes (including Overcurrent, Earth Fault, Differential, G99 and transformer protection)
Carrying out fault finding and investigation across a range of HV/LV assets
Supporting switching operations (11kV / 33kV) where authorised
Transformers (power and distribution)
CTs / VTs
Circuit breakers (oil, gas, vacuum, air)
RMUs, cables, busbars, battery tripping systems
Interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams
Producing test procedures, commissioning reports, and documentation
Supporting engineering teams across regional projects
We’re looking for a practical, technically strong commissioning engineer with HV experience and a proactive approach on site.
Experience in HV testing, commissioning, or protection systems
Strong understanding of power systems and substation equipment
Ability to work independently and as part of project teams
Experience with or working towards SAP (Senior Authorised Person) status
Experience with 11kV / 33kV switching operations
Knowledge of protection settings, grading studies, and relay testing
Previous experience across industrial, utilities, or infrastructure projects
BTEC Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) – essential
HNC in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) – desirable
AP15 / SAP authorisation (or equivalent) – desirable
Competitive salary based on experience
SAP authorisation
Switching training
Ongoing technical training
Opportunity to work on diverse HV projects across multiple sectors
Clear progression into Senior / Lead Engineering roles
Supportive team environment within a global organisation (VINCI Energies)
Health Shield, pension, and wider benefits
Actemium Birmingham, part of VINCI Energies UK & ROI, delivers specialist engineering services across industrial and infrastructure sectors. We combine strong local expertise with the backing of a global group to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable solutions.
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