Junior Commissioning / Technician – MV Switchgear (BESS)
- Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Contract: £35 – £45 per hour. Outside IR35
- Duration: 2–4 months (extension possible)
We are seeking a Junior / Commissioning Technician to assist in the testing and commissioning of medium-voltage switchgear and protection systems on a large battery energy storage project. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career to gain hands-on experience working with 33kV switchboards, digital protection relays, and auxiliary systems under the guidance of an experienced commissioning team.
You will support inspections, wiring checks, and basic testing of protection and auxiliary systems while contributing to the successful delivery of a major renewable energy infrastructure project.
Duties
- Assist in commissioning of 33kV switchgear, protection, and auxiliary systems
- Conduct inspections, wiring checks, and insulation resistance testing of control and protection circuits
- Support primary and secondary injection testing of protection relays under supervision
- Assist with high-potential testing of switchboards and voltage indication systems
- Support IEC 61850 functional testing and interlocking checks
- Aid SCADA I/O verification and control system energisation tasks
- Help with commissioning auxiliary systems including battery systems, UPS, LVAC switchboards, and transformers
- Support energisation and on-load verification tasks alongside senior engineers
Requirements
- Electrical Engineering or Electrical/Electronic Technician qualification (HNC/HND/Level 3 NVQ, or equivalent)
- Some exposure to medium-voltage switchgear or protection systems preferred, but not essential
- Willingness to learn and work under the guidance of senior engineers
- Ability to read basic electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
- CSCS / ECS card / Safety Passport / CCNSG (preferred)
This role provides a fantastic opportunity to develop a career in commissioning and contribute to the UK’s renewable energy transition. You will gain practical experience on a technically challenging project while working closely with a skilled commissioning team.
For further information, please contact Maddie Jacob – madeleine.jacob@turnerlovell.com