WTG Commissioning Engineer - Pre Assembly

Taylor Hopkinson · Glasgow, Scotland

WTG Commissioning Engineer - Pre Assembly at Taylor Hopkinson, based in Glasgow, Scotland. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Glasgow, Scotland
Contract
Permanent
Posted
2 weeks ago
Closes
16 Feb 2027
Sector
Assembly

Reference BBBH32148

About the role

WTG Commissioning Engineer - Pre Assembly required for a Major Offshore Wind developer in Denmark. Responsibilities: Work alongside the Clients Electrical Systems Package site representatives and Client Commissioning Engineers to deliver commissioning activities in the capacity of Client's Engineer. Drive the on-site commissioning scope to ensure alignment with the overall project programme and milestones. Act as Client witness and provide formal sign-off for Stage 1 Commissioning of offshore Wind Turbines. Provide technical support to Project Senior Authorised Persons (SAP) and M&E Engineers during pre-commissioning and commissioning phases. Support the Client Commissioning Manager (Lead) and SCADA Commissioning Manager in coordinating and executing commissioning activities. Operate primarily from the pre-assembly yard, overseeing and verifying pre-commissioning activities prior to offshore installation. Conduct initial investigation of technical incidents and non-conformities, ensuring accurate reporting and escalation where required. Verify testing of alarms, controls, and indications across substation equipment and SCADA systems. Oversee commissioning of LV/MV/HV switchgear and associated components, ensuring compliance with HV Safety Rules and project procedures. Coordinate daily activities under a 12-hour / 7-day working schedule, typically on a 14/14 rotation (or as otherwise agreed). Requirements Relevant technical education (e.g., Electrical Engineering Degree or HNC) or equivalent qualification. Certification in accordance with VDE 0105-100 as Switching Operator (Schaltberechtigter), or eligibility to obtain certification through appropriate training. GWO Basic Safety Training. GWO Enhanced First Aid (Ersthelfer Offshore DGUV). HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training). Valid offshore medical fitness certificate. Preferably 66kV 8VM3 switchgear user training. Demonstrable experience as an Electrical Commissioning Engineer within MV/HV assets (Client or Contractor environment). Strong knowledge of testing alarms, controls, and indications from substation equipment through to SCADA systems. Proven experience commissioning LV/MV/HV switchgear and associated protection systems. Working knowledge of protection relays, including IEC 61850 and GOOSE communications (desirable). Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) (desirable). Solid understanding of HV Safety Rules and safe systems of work. Strong planning, coordination, and problem-solving capability with a proactive, self-starting approach. Fluent written and spoken English with effective communication skills.

Reference: BBBH32148 · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 16 Feb 2027 · Listed via Taylor Hopkinson

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