Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Job Role: Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Contract

Location: Hirwaun, South Wales (accepting applications from surrounding areas)

Salary: Up to £500 per day

Hours: Monday to Friday

Job Type: Contract Role

Duration: May to September 2024

The Client:

Interaction Technical have partnered with a global industrial and energy company on their search for an experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineer on a temporary basis for their site based in Hirwaun, South Wales until September 2024. If you are interested in this opportunity, please click apply now!

The Role:

· Hands-on commissioning of electrical components and systems such as, transformers, high and low voltage switchgears, DC systems, rectifiers, inverters, etc.

· Fully competent at using Primary & Secondary Injection test set equipment. Carrying out testing on electrical systems and equipment, as well as system optimization and troubleshooting and filling-in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols

· Cooperation with internal team members, guidance and coordination of external partners and sub-contractors, interacting with customers.

· Ensure all the activities conducted on site follow the correct process in accordance with project requirements and in strict compliance with all EHS requirements.

· Understands and executes the equipment clearance (LOTO) procedure, as well as Job Safety Analysis / Work Authorisation / Confined Space / Hot Work Permits.

· Authorised for planning and executing LV isolations.

· Coordination of all necessary activities with all involved parties, such as commissioning team, erection team and sub-contractors

· Lead a team of Electrical technicians and co-ordinate their activities.

· Participation in the walk-downs for Turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start-up.

· Preparation and update of the commissioning procedures to be conducted on site.

· Provide theoretical and practical training to customer personnel.

· Report to the Lead Electrical Engineer, the Commissioning Manager, and the Head of Commissioning where necessary

The Requirements:

· Minimum 5 years experience within power station electrical commissioning activities (essential)

· HND / HNC in Electrical engineering (essential)

· Knowledge of electrical regulations and construction industry standards (essential)

· Previous experience surrounding electrical engineering with the construction industry (advantageous)

· Full UK Driving License

Interaction Recruitment have specialist consultants across the majority of industries within the UK, including but not limited to, Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support. For more information regarding the position or to discuss any other opportunities, you can reach us on or email

Thank you for taking the time, we hope to speak in the near future.

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