​Vallum Associates are currently partnered with a client to staff a commissioning team for an Energy From Waste Plant in England.

Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer

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Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer to oversee and execute the commissioning activities for the electrical systems on a major project during its final phase. This role is critical to ensuring the safe, timely, and compliant energisation and commissioning of high-voltage (HV) and low-voltage (LV) systems in accordance with project standards and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all electrical commissioning activities during the commissioning phase of the project.

• Plan and maintain commissioning progress in line with project milestones and schedules.

• Liaise with on-site teams, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure technical requirements are fully met.

• Participate in commissioning meetings and provide technical input and support to resolve issues.

• Oversee HV isolation, switching, and energisation activities, ensuring all operations are carried out safely and in accordance with permit-to-work procedures.

• Review and sign off commissioning documentation, including test records, reports, and handover packages.

• Support troubleshooting and resolution of electrical system issues during commissioning.

• Ensure compliance with site safety procedures, industry standards, and client specifications.

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Requirements

• Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.

• Proven experience in electrical commissioning on large-scale industrial, infrastructure, or energy projects.

• Strong understanding of HV systems, including experience with isolation and switching procedures.

• Excellent knowledge of electrical protection, distribution, and control systems.

• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.

• Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills.

• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status (HV).

• Experience working on energy from waste or power generation plants

• Familiarity with commissioning management systems and documentation tools

Details

Contract: November 2025 - February 2027

Schedule: 5 days a week 10 hours a day, During Hot commissioning 10 days on 4 days off.

Outside IR35 - All in Daily Rate

Right to work in the UK required