Site Lead Electrical and I&C Commissioning Engineer
Locations - Aberdare (South Wales), Eye (Suffolk) & Bedfordshire
Day rate - 450.00 to 500.00 (outside IR35)
Duration - 8 months
Start date - February 2024

About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a Site Lead Electrical and I&C Commissioning Engineer to join the EPC Contractor on new build Open Cycle Gas Turbine project based across 3 projects in South Wales, Suffolk and Bedfordshire.

Astute's Power team are partnering with a growing EPC contractor within the Energy and Power industries.

Key responsibilities for the Site Lead Electrical and I&C Commissioning Engineer role:

• Leading and executing electrical commissioning activities for a gas power project in UK, until successful handover to the customer. The scope of activities will be: Experienced with NG TP106 Process Framework thereby ensuring commissioning is conducted with a level of governance and associated audit trail
• Hands-on commissioning of electrical components and systems such as, transformers, medium/low voltage switchgears, DC systems, rectifiers, inverters, motorized valves, instruments etc. Fully competent at using Primary & Secondary Injection test set equipment.
• Carrying out testing on electrical systems and equipment, as well as system optimization and troubleshooting and filling-in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols
• Cooperation with internal team members, guidance and coordination of external partners and sub-contractors, interacting with customers.
• Managing and leading the team of LV/MV/HV electrical engineers, electrical supervisors, technicians, etc. Participate in the Plan of the Day meeting daily providing resourceful inputs on the work progress.
• Ensure all the activities conducted on site follow the correct process in accordance with project requirements and in strict compliance with all EHS requirements.
• Coordination of all necessary activities with all involved parties, such as commissioning team, erection team and sub-contractors
• Participation in the walk-downs for Turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start-up.
• Preparation and update of the commissioning procedures to be conducted on site.
• Manage the documentation submission for project close-out.
• Report to the Commissioning Manager and the Head of Commissioning
• Provide theoretical and practical training to customer personnel.
• Deputize Commissioning Manager in his/her absence.

Skills and Qualifications:

• At least 7 years working experience in power stations Electrical (MV/LV and I&C) Commissioning activities with demonstrable experience in a leading role in projects of similar relevance.
• BEng /HND in Electrical engineering
• Strong team spirit, working with an international team and other cultures.
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong Organizational skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Fluent spoken and written English

Remuneration, location, and timeframe for the Site Lead Electrical and I&C Commissioning Engineer position:

• Bedfordshire, Suffolk and Aberdare
• 450.00 to 500.00 per day
• Start date - February 2024

How to Apply?
To apply for this great opportunity with a leading Principal Contractor in the UK's energy and power divisions, then simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to (url removed) or on (phone number removed).

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