Test Engineer NEW

St. Helens, Merseyside
Reed Specialist Recruitment

Test and Commissioning Engineer

• Annual Salary: 45,000 – 65,000 plus up to 10% monthly bonus
• Location: St. Helens with travel
• Job Type: Full-time

Join a leader in electrical engineering and renewable energy systems, as a Test and Commissioning Engineer. This role is crucial for building and developing an in-house testing department, ensuring the highest quality in our wide range of products, from bespoke digital substation solutions to repeat DNO protection schemes.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Complete in-house testing as scheduled.
• Develop in-house testing standards, procedures, and documentation.
• Produce and deliver in-house training material related to the testing of HV switchgear and protection and control schemes.
• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to junior engineers and trainees.
• Offer support to other departments such as engineering, production, and service by providing technical expertise in commissioning P&C schemes.
• Lead and organise customer acceptance tests in conjunction with the project’s lead engineer.
• Ensure rigorous testing of high-quality products.
• Collaborate with the engineering department to develop project-specific requirements and test schedules.
• Work with key customers and DNO frameworks to meet all testing requirements.
• Check test documentation and give final approval of quality documentation before issuing to the customer.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Background in electrical switchgear (essential).
• Experience in the operation, maintenance, and fault finding of 33KV MV Switchgear (essential).
• Understanding and interpretation of protection and control schematics for HV equipment (essential).
• Demonstrable experience in commissioning HV switchgear, protection, and control schemes (essential).
• Knowledge of modern standards such as IEC 61850 and up-to-date technical knowledge in centralized protection and control (essential).
• 10+ years of experience in the electrical industry, ideally focusing on commissioning of HV Switchgear, Protection, and Control Schemes (desirable).
• Formal engineering qualification BEng within electrical engineering discipline. NVQ level 3 or above considered depending on experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive decision-making skills.
• Results-oriented with the ability to work at pace and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Proficient IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft suite programs.
• Management experience with skills in leading and building a team.
• Knowledge of industry best practices with the ability to develop processes and procedures for correct and safe testing.

Benefits:

• Early finishes on Fridays.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• 24 days holiday plus 8 UK bank holidays.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Wellbeing Committee.
• Free parking.
• Pension Scheme (6% employer contribution).
• Bereavement Leave.
• Enhanced paternity/maternity pay.

To apply for this Test and Commissioning Engineer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.