Commissioning Engineer

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Experienced Commissioning Engineer at Greenvolt Next managing commissioning for utility-scale solar projects and ensuring compliance with grid connection standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and carry out the commissioning of utility-scale solar farms from initial testing through to grid connection and handover.
  • Manage commissioning plans, schedules, and documentation to ensure full compliance with project and regulatory requirements.
  • Perform testing and configuration of protection relays, including fault analysis, settings verification, and final approval with the DNO.
  • LV cold commissioning.
  • Commission and operate HV and LV switchgear, including the operation of circuit breakers and measurement of CT/VT values.
  • Execute G99 and G100 testing, ensuring compliance with grid code requirements.
  • Support and review electrical designs, contributing to design modifications or improvements where required.
  • Liaise with ICPs, DNOs, and grid operators to coordinate testing and approvals.
  • Verify the correct operation of SCADA, metering, and communication systems during commissioning.
  • Maintain accurate commissioning records, settings files, and test reports.
  • Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures and relevant standards.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience commissioning utility-scale solar PV or large renewable energy projects.
  • Strong understanding of HV systems up to 132kV, including protection, control, and switching operations.
  • Experience with grid connection processes and dealing with DNOs and ICPs.
  • Hands-on experience with protection relay configuration and testing (e.g., Micom, Siemens, ABB, Schneider or similar).
  • Solid working knowledge of G99/G100 compliance testing.
  • Familiar with electrical design principles, single-line diagrams, and grid/electrical studies.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills with a practical approach to problem solving.

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance
  • Company Pension
  • Death in Service
  • Income Protection
  • Professional Membership fees
  • Training and CPD