Hunter Philips Ltd
TP141 Commissioning Engineer
TP141 Commissioning Engineer at Hunter Philips Ltd, based in Redcar, North East. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site · Weekend work
- Location
- Redcar, North East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Maintenance Engineer
Reference 643277343185895581
About the role
Job Ref: HP-3127 Redcar, United Kingdom Competitive Power Grids ContractSR/BP/TP141 Lead Commissioning Engineer - National Grid 275kV Substation Project - Redcar, England, UK - £Excellent Day Rate - November 2026 to March 2029 - Outside IR35We 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, UKStart Date: NovemberDuration: 2.5 year contract (November 2026 to March 2029)Rate: £Excellent day rateAdditional: Outside IR35Working 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 weekJune 2027 to March 2029: Monday to Friday + potential weekend workThere 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!Cian McLoughlinPrincipal Recruitment ConsultantHunter Philips Executive SearchLandline: +44 161 240 3338Mobile: +44 7881 418 441Email: : linkedin.com/in/cian-mcloughlin-628a72258Web: Cian McloughlinRecruitment Consultant
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Reference: 643277343185895581 · Posted 22 hours ago · Closes 2 Dec 2026 · Listed via Hunter Philips Ltd
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