HV Substation Commissioning Engineer

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Do you want to play a pivotal role in accelerating the global energy transition by ensuring the reliability and safety of critical electrical infrastructure?

GE Vernova is looking for an exceptional HV Substation Commissioning Engineer to join our Grid Solutions team based in the UK.

GE Vernova - The Energy to Change the World

With over 130 years of experience and proven innovation, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy. We are electrifying the world while working to decarbonize it. Our name reflects our mission. “GE” carries a legacy of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” signals Earth’s lush ecosystems, while “Nova” nods to a new era of lower-carbon energy we are helping to deliver.

Focused on the future, GE Vernova is accelerating the shift to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. We help customers power economies and deliver electricity vital to health, safety, and quality of life.

Electrification Our Electrification solutions modernize grids, enable renewable integration, and strengthen energy systems. From software to power conversion and storage, we help create smarter, more resilient energy networks.

Let’s Talk about the Role

The HV Substation Commissioning Engineer will ensure that high-voltage substation projects are tested, commissioned, and integrated to the highest standards of safety and technical excellence.

You will lead site-based commissioning activities, managing the technical integrity of primary and secondary equipment during construction and operational phases. By collaborating with internal teams and external clients, you will ensure projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with rigorous regulatory and quality standards.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Driving the effective testing and commissioning of HV and LV substation equipment to meet project timelines and budget requirements.
• Ensuring the highest standards of site safety culture, including the management of risk assessments and method statements.
• Leading on-site commissioning teams, providing technical guidance, training, and mentorship to support project success.
• Creating accurate technical documentation, including test records, reports, and non-conformance tracking to ensure project quality.
• Collaborating with project stakeholders to resolve technical queries and manage site-based commissioning resources effectively.
• Improving system performance through expert fault finding on protection schemes and integration of third-party IEDs.

Special Role Requirements

• Able to travel extensively to and from projects and various field assignments across the UK and globally.
• Willing to work holidays, weekends, and overtime as required by field assignments.
• Ability to spend considerable time away from home for training and field assignments.

Skills for Success

You should be a dedicated technical professional with:

• The ability to demonstrate substantive experience in the testing and commissioning of HV power system equipment within generation, transmission, or distribution environments.
• The capability to manage and troubleshoot complex protection schemes and substation automation systems.
• An understanding of modern communication protocols such as IEC61850, Modbus, and IEC 104.
• An expertise in utilizing industry-standard test equipment such as Omicron, Sverker, or Megger.
• A keen interest in applying technical knowledge to deliver sustainable and resilient energy infrastructure.

A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

Where and how you'll work

This is a permanent position based in the UK. This is a fully remote position, requiring travel to project sites as needed.

Our Culture

Every action shapes our future. That’s why our north star is a culture of impact, where everyone is empowered to thrive and achieve.

Addressing the urgent need to build a more sustainable electric power system while improving the trajectory of climate change emissions are global priorities, and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world We play a significant role in leading a new era of energy.

Our technology helps generate approximately twenty-five percent of the world’s electricity today, and we are working to power the rest. If we want the future of energy to be different, then join us and be the difference. Together, we are the Energy of Change!

We're determined to be the best place to grow

We believe that strong careers are built on a variety of experiences, strong connections, and continuous development. We’re committed to providing you the tools to navigate and shape a strong career journey that aligns with a healthy work-life balance. No two careers are the same, and yours should reflect your personal and professional goals. Your people leader and trusted mentors will support you through navigating your journey.

We also prioritize fair pay, performance-based rewards, and wellbeing programs for you and your family. With opportunities to move across teams and functions, your career can keep evolving while sustainability stays at the core of everything we do.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are passionate about creating an inclusive work environment. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce we help inspire others to grow, succeed, and raise the bar for everyone.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, GE Vernova is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both GE Vernova associates and applicants alike.

Join us at GE Vernova where results can be achieved by embracing a community of belonging.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No