Test & Commissioning Engineer

Test & Commissioning Engineer

Location: Sidcup , Bexley Greater London 

Employment type: Full Time 

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm 

What’s in it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job, you’re starting a career with real support behind it.​ 

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with option to buy up to 5 additional holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications

24/7 access to a virtual GP​ and Mental health support & counselling services​ 

Cycle to Work scheme​ 

Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more​! 

Life assurance cover​ 

Long service recognition​ 

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Paid volunteering opportunities in your community​ 

About the role…

Ensure that HV and LV electrical plant and equipment placed into service by RJ Power is demonstrably safe, fit for service and compliant with the functional specification by planning, preparing, organising, undertaking and/or supervising pre-commissioning and entry-into-service testing; preparing inspection and test plans that define test sequences, methods and pass/fail criteria; identifying the test equipment and additional training required; and collating test records into suitable test dossiers.

As a Test & Commissioning Engineer you will…

Engage with the Sales Department at the early stages of project development to advise on commissioning requirements, anticipated activities and delivery timescales. Liaise with the Projects Department at contract commencement to ensure that appropriate staffing and resources are allocated to commissioning activities. Develop project-specific inspection and test plans, clearly defining commissioning activities and any cross-boundary interfaces. Prepare testing documentation tailored to the project’s requirements.

Provide clear day-to-day technical leadership, direction and support to Project Managers, Site Engineers and site operatives during commissioning activities. Lead site safety during commissioning activities and ensure that all stakeholders understand the applicable safety precautions and procedures. Undertake or supervise all required testing activities and ensure that results are accurately recorded in the recognised format. Promptly communicate test failures to the relevant parties to support timely resolution. Coordinate with Senior Authorised Persons on planned entry-into-service activities.

Provide structured training, coaching and mentoring to personnel developing competence in the testing of HV and LV electrical systems.

Collate all relevant test documentation into a complete, appropriately formatted commissioning dossier for timely issue to the client following completion of commissioning activities

About you…

CSCS card (or equivalent)

First aid training

Manufacturer-specific training

HNC in electrical power engineering area (desirable)

Knowledge & Experience:-

Minimum of 5 years’ experience within the Electrical / utility industry.

Proficiency in MS Office applications and ability to learn other bespoke software platforms.

Familiarity with specialist software packages, including, but not limited to:

Omicron Test Universe / Omicron CT Analyser Suite / Omicron Primary Test Manager / Schneider Easergy Setup Pro / Schneider SFT2841 /ABB PCM600

Practiced in modern Intelligent Electronic Devices and electrical equipment with the commitment to the principles, sequences and practices of pre-commissioning and entry-into-service activities.

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities…

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR. 

Next steps… If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!