TP141 Commissioning Engineer

Hunter Philips Executive Search

Date: 4 days ago

City: Redcar, England

Contract type: Contractor

SR/BP/TP141 Lead Commissioning Engineer - National Grid 275kV Substation Project - Redcar, England, UK - £Excellent Day Rate - November 2026 to March 2029 - Outside IR35

We are seeking an experienced SR/BP/TP141 Lead Commissioning Engineer to support a major energy infrastructure project, providing specialist commissioning services for the installation and energisation of two 275kV substations.

This long-term opportunity spans early design review and commissioning preparation through to testing, energisation and handover. The scope includes primary plant, common supply systems, protection and control, and RTU/SCS systems.

Key Details

Location: Redcar, England, UK
Start Date: November
Duration: 2.5 year contract (November 2026 to March 2029)
Rate: £Excellent day rate
Additional: Outside IR35

Working Pattern

November 2026 to February 2027: 2 days per week (1 day remote & 1 day on site)
February 2027 to June 2027: 3 days per week
June 2027 to March 2029: Monday to Friday + potential weekend work

There will be flexibility between remote and on site working. This resource profile is indicative and may change as the project progresses.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of commissioning activities across both substations.
Review detailed designs to identify commissioning requirements, technical issues and interfaces.
Prepare and review commissioning plans, procedures, test documentation and energisation readiness records.
Coordinate and oversee testing of primary plant, common supply systems, protection and control, and RTU/SCS systems.
Manage interfaces with the client, National Grid, contractors and equipment suppliers.
Investigate defects, oversee corrective actions and complete commissioning records for handover.
Ensure compliance with applicable National Grid procedures, safety standards and project specifications.

Requirements

Current National Grid SR/BP/TP141 Commissioning Engineer authorisation.
Proven experience leading commissioning on 275kV and/or 400kV transmission substation projects.
Strong technical knowledge of primary plant, protection and control, common supply systems and RTU/SCS interfaces.
Experience taking projects from design review and commissioning preparation through to energisation and handover.
Strong understanding of National Grid commissioning procedures, safety requirements and documentation.
Availability to support the anticipated working pattern, progressing from part-time to full-time.

If you hold a valid SR/BP/TP141 Commissioning Engineer authorisation and are available for a new contract in November, I'm keen to speak with you.

Interested? Please apply by submitting your resume or get in touch using the contact information below to learn more!