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Commissioning Engineer
Job Posted: 17 days ago
Salary: £ 604 - 690 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Cork
Expire in: 11 days
Job Description
HV Commissioning Engineer
Location: Ireland
Rate: €800 per day
Start Date: November 2025
Contract Duration: 3 months (likely extension)An experienced HV Commissioning Engineer is required for a key role on a cross-border HVDC interconnector project, overseeing the interface between the converter station and existing HV substation infrastructure. The position involves managing the commissioning activities in coordination with the national grid operator and supporting ongoing engineering works on site.
This role is ideal for professionals with proven experience in HVDC or complex substation environments and a strong understanding of protection systems, grid connections, and commissioning protocols.
Role Overview:
Lead commissioning activities at a major renewable energy project, integrating into an existing SF6 GIS substation
Interface with the national transmission operator for commissioning sign-offs and coordination
Supervise system installation, testing and energisation in alignment with project timelines
Support internal engineering teams with technical oversight and on-site troubleshooting
Contribute to documentation, reporting and red-lining of system changes as neededCommissioning of:
CTs, VTs, transformers
Control, protection & interlocking systems
Auxiliary systems (battery chargers, UPS, LV panels)
Involvement in primary and secondary injection testing, fault simulations, and relay configuration validationCandidate Profile:
Strong commissioning background in high-voltage substation or HVDC projects (132kV-400kV)
Experience working with national transmission system operators (e.g. authorisations equivalent to TP141 or EirGrid protocols)
Technical expertise in protection schemes, schematics, and grid connection standards
Ability to work independently on site and manage coordination across multiple contractors/stakeholders
Valid safety passport or relevant site certifications preferredThis role is ideal for engineers seeking high-impact, short-term project engagement with the potential for longer-term work on Ireland's strategic grid developments.
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