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HV Commissioning Engineer 📍 West Midlands (Site-based) 💼 Full-time 💰 £competitive salary + Health Shield + Pension + Benefits Why join Actemium Birmingham? Looking to work on high-impact HV projects across industrial and infrastructure environments ? At Actemium Birmingham (part of VINCI Energies), we deliver specialist engineering solutions across a diverse range of sectors. As part of a global group with a strong UK presence, we offer long-term stability, career development, and access to varied and technically challenging projects . We’re growing and looking for an HV Commissioning Engineer to play a key role in delivering testing, commissioning, and technical support across HV and LV systems. What you’ll be doing This is a hands-on, site-based role working across multiple HV projects, supporting commissioning, testing, and fault investigation activities. You’ll be responsible for: Testing and commissioning HV and LV systems and substation equipment Commissioning protection relays and schemes (including Overcurrent, Earth Fault, Differential, G99 and transformer protection) Carrying out fault finding and investigation across a range of HV/LV assets Supporting switching operations (11kV / 33kV) where authorised Testing equipment including: Transformers (power and distribution) CTs / VTs Circuit breakers (oil, gas, vacuum, air) RMUs, cables, busbars, battery tripping systems Interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams Producing test procedures, commissioning reports, and documentation Supporting engineering teams across regional projects What we’re looking for We’re looking for a practical, technically strong commissioning engineer with HV experience and a proactive approach on site. Essential: Experience in HV testing, commissioning, or protection systems Strong understanding of power systems and substation equipment Ability to work independently and as part of project teams Experience interpreting technical drawings and schematics Desirable: Experience with or working towards SAP (Senior Authorised Person) status Experience with 11kV / 33kV switching operations Knowledge of protection settings, grading studies, and relay testing Previous experience across industrial, utilities, or infrastructure projects Qualifications BTEC Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) – essential HNC in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) – desirable AP15 / SAP authorisation (or equivalent) – desirable What you’ll get in return Competitive salary based on experience Structured development pathway including: SAP authorisation Switching training Ongoing technical training Opportunity to work on diverse HV projects across multiple sectors Clear progression into Senior / Lead Engineering roles Supportive team environment within a global organisation (VINCI Energies) Health Shield, pension, and wider benefits About Us Actemium Birmingham, part of VINCI Energies UK & ROI, delivers specialist engineering services across industrial and infrastructure sectors. We combine strong local expertise with the backing of a global group to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable solutions .