Partial Discharge (PD) Engineer

About the role

An experienced Partial Discharge (PD) Engineer is sought to perform PD testing and condition monitoring on electrical transmission and distribution substations. The role is central to keeping high-voltage electrical assets reliable, intact and operating safely through accurate diagnostics and condition assessment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform PD testing and condition monitoring on transmission and distribution substations.
• Carry out inspections and tests according to approved procedures, method statements, project specifications and industry standards.
• Work under the guidance of the Team Leader to deliver testing safely and efficiently.
• Apply PD detection techniques and diagnostic methods to identify defects and assess asset condition.
• Analyse test data and report abnormalities, defects or unusual findings to the Team Leader.
• Comply with high-voltage safety procedures, permit-to-work systems and company HSE requirements.
• Protect plant and equipment during testing so that operational assets are not damaged.
• Prepare and maintain technical reports, test records and supporting documentation.
• Operate, inspect and maintain PD testing instruments per manufacturer recommendations.
• Take part in technical training, safety programmes and continuous professional development, and support continuous improvement of asset reliability and condition monitoring.

Required profile

• Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognised institution.
• At least 5 years of experience in condition monitoring of electrical transmission and distribution substations.
• Proven experience in Partial Discharge testing and electrical asset diagnostics.
• Sound understanding of high-voltage electrical systems and substation equipment.