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Job Title: Commissioning Engineer (High Voltage) Location: East Anglia Job Type: Permanent Sector: Power / Energy Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 Overview An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join a specialist team working on electrical transmission and distribution networks across East Anglia. This role focuses on the testing and commissioning of high-voltage plant and apparatus on live distribution networks, supporting projects across 11kV, 33kV and 132kV infrastructure. You will play a key role in integrating new equipment into existing protection schemes while ensuring safe and compliant delivery of commissioning activities. Working within a substation build environment, you will contribute to the delivery of reliable electricity infrastructure and support the reinforcement and expansion of regional distribution networks. Key Responsibilities · Test and commission high-voltage plant and apparatus on live distribution networks · Integrate new equipment with existing protection schemes · Develop and implement a commissioning plan · Provide technical support to project and site teams · Attend client and project meetings where required · Resolve technical and design issues during commissioning activities · Review and amend engineering drawings where necessary · Ensure compliance with engineering policies, procedures and legislation · Promote safe working practices and manage site activities safely · Mentor team members and support the development of technical knowledge Project Environment · Distribution and connection infrastructure projects · Substation build and reinforcement works · High-voltage networks at 11kV, 33kV and 132kV · Projects across the East Anglia region Requirements · Proven experience in testing and commissioning high-voltage distribution networks · Strong understanding of electrical transmission and distribution infrastructure · Knowledge of engineering policy, procedures and relevant legislation · Good understanding of health, safety and environmental regulations · Ability to resolve technical issues in live network environments · Strong stakeholder communication and coordination skills · Ability to work effectively with site teams, designers and clients Qualifications · HNC, HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) Candidate Profile You will be an experienced commissioning engineer with a strong background in HV distribution networks and substation environments. This role suits someone who enjoys working in technically demanding environments, solving engineering challenges and supporting the delivery of critical energy infrastructure. If you are looking to take the next step in your career within the power and energy sector, this is an excellent opportunity to join a team delivering essential electrical infrastructure projects across East Anglia.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Max Williams on 02392 603030 or email max.williams@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a specialist engineering consultancy supporting major infrastructure projects across the energy, utilities and power sectors. This Senior Geotechnical Engineer role is ideal for someone with strong geotechnical analysis experience who enjoys solving complex ground engineering challenges across high-profile infrastructure projects. You'll provide technical expertise on schemes involving power networks, gas infrastructure, pipelines, renewable energy and major civil engineering developments. The successful Senior Geotechnical Engineer will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, delivering geotechnical assessments and advanced numerical modelling to support nationally significant infrastructure projects. The Role As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you'll be responsible for: Delivering geotechnical design and technical assessments across major infrastructure projects Undertaking advanced geotechnical analysis using PLAXIS 2D and PLAXIS 3D Supporting projects involving energy infrastructure, utilities, pipelines and power networks Producing geotechnical reports, calculations and design recommendations Advising project teams on ground engineering risks and mitigation strategies Working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop practical engineering solutions Supporting site investigations and interpreting geotechnical data Attending technical meetings and occasional site visits when required Ensuring designs comply with relevant industry standards and client requirements This Senior Geotechnical Engineer position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of nationally important infrastructure projects while remaining technically hands-on. What We're Looking For We're looking for a technically strong Senior Geotechnical Engineer who can make an immediate impact. Ideally, you'll have: Previous experience as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer or Geotechnical Engineer A minimum of five years' geotechnical engineering experience Advanced experience using PLAXIS 2D and PLAXIS 3D Strong geotechnical design and analysis capability Experience delivering infrastructure or utilities projects Excellent technical reporting and communication skills Ability to work independently while supporting multidisciplinary project teams The following would be highly advantageous: Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) Experience with PLEXIS/PLE4WIN or similar geotechnical software Experience across power, gas, pipelines, utilities or renewable energy projects CSCS Card (or willingness to obtain one) Candidates should have recent, practical PLAXIS experience rather than academic-only exposure. Why Apply? 12-month contract with strong extension potential Outside IR35 considered for the right candidate Flexible working with remote and hybrid options available Preference for two days per week in the Loughborough office, although other office locations may be considered IT equipment and software provided Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects Diverse portfolio spanning energy, utilities, renewables and power networks Immediate interviews available. If you're a Senior Geotechnical Engineer with strong PLAXIS experience looking to work on technically challenging infrastructure projects across the energy and utilities sectors, we'd love to hear from you. For further information on this opportunity, please contact Max Williams on 02392 603030 or email max.williams@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join a specialist team working on electrical transmission and distribution networks across East Anglia.
This role focuses on the testing and commissioning of high-voltage plant and apparatus on live distribution networks, supporting projects across 11kV, 33kV and 132kV infrastructure. You will play a key role in integrating new equipment into existing protection schemes while ensuring safe and compliant delivery of commissioning activities.
Senior Geotechnical Engineer required to deliver advanced geotechnical analysis and design across major energy, utilities and infrastructure projects. This long-term contract is ideal for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer with extensive PLAXIS 2D/3D experience who enjoys solving complex ground engineering challenges while supporting nationally significant power, pipeline and renewable energy developments.