Overview

Job Title: Commissioning Service Engineer - HV/LV Switchgear

Location: London / South of England / Midlands — Travelling appointment role. You will perform installation, commissioning, modification and maintenance of electrical distribution equipment at UK and overseas locations, with 24/7 cover in a rotating shift pattern.

Role posted by Schneider Electric. This is an internal opportunity within Schneider Electric where diversity and inclusion are key values.

Responsibilities

• Supervise/perform activities on switchgear, transformers and related equipment (400 V – 33 kV) at UK, overseas and offshore locations.
• Off-load and install new panels, switchgear, and transformers.
• Commission electrical equipment and carry out wiring modifications and retrofit upgrades.
• Planned maintenance across the product range, from visual to intrusive tests.
• Partial discharge testing, thermal imaging, oil sampling, and related diagnostics.
• Systems testing, fault diagnosis, and installation of EAA sensors and required hardware.
• Maintain safe working practices: conduct site risk assessments and contribute to method statements.
• Document test results and produce site work reports; assist in formulating offers for site activities.
• Assist with works tests when necessary and contribute to customer training activities.
• Promote Schneider Electric service activities and identify potential business opportunities.
• Participate in the OnCall rota to provide 24/7 emergency support; supervise personnel onsite including team members and subcontractors.
• Liaise with installation/project managers to ensure project alignment.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Previous experience in installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair of switchgear and related plant.
• Experience of working alone and as part of a team at UK, overseas and offshore locations.
• Customer-focused with a service orientation; willing to work at nuclear, military and offshore locations.
• Full driving licence.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety for live HV networks; underpinning qualifications (e.g., Degree, HNC) or relevant experience.
• Good experience with High Voltage testing (415 V – 33 kV systems), CT magnetisation curves, and CT primary injection.
• Experience with Relay Secondary Injection (electromechanical and solid state relays) and VT primary injection.
• Experience with control circuit wiring testing, modification, and mechanical/electrical function testing of 415 V – 33 kV switchboards & networks.

What we offer

Competitive salary and bonus scheme, 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, pension scheme, employee share ownership programme, health and wellbeing options, gym flex, internal mobility opportunities, discounts, learning portal and more.

Application process

Please submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. You know about us, so let us learn about you!

Equality & Inclusion

Schneider Electric is committed to inclusion and equal opportunity. We participate in the Disability Confident Program and promote a diverse workplace where everyone can contribute their best.

Notes

This position will be posted until filled.