MV Switchgear Commissioning Engineer
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Salary
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£58,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2123 (66% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £58,700, and Eaton is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
Worth checking: this could also be SOC 5246 (Electrical service and maintenance mechanics and repairers), which is not on the eligible-occupation list. Ask Eaton what the duties actually are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2123 Electrical engineers Most likely code | £41,100 | £47,000 | £52,900 | £58,700 |
5246 Electrical service and maintenance mechanics and repairers Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
3112 Electrical and electronics technicians Also possible | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
We are ethical - We are passionate - We are responsible - We are efficient - We are transparent - We are learning. We are EATON!
We're now looking for a MV Switchgear Comissioning Engineers to join our growing team.
Are you a skilled and safety-conscious electrical engineer with a passion for medium voltage (MV) systems? Eaton is seeking a number of Engineers to join our dynamic team, delivering high-quality installation , commissioning and maintenance services across the UK.
What You’ll Do
- Lead installation and perform maintenance & commissioning, testing and fault finding of Eaton-manufactured MV and HV equipment
- Act as the primary point of contact for customers during project execution
- Support and mentor other service engineers, fostering a culture of safety and excellence
- Collaborate with project management to meet delivery targets and enhance customer satisfaction
- Higher Diploma or a Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Experience in Power Distribution testing and commissioning
- Must be able to test and commission large Medium Voltage to High Voltage installations
- Ability to perform protection relay programming
- Strong IT and computer literacy with attention to detail
- Ability to respond to breakdowns and drive resolution
- Leadership skills and a desire to coach and develop others
- Flexibility to travel and stay away as needed across EMEA region
- Competitive salary, benefits package including overtime
- Exposure to varied customer environments
- A strong safety-first culture
- Ongoing technical and professional development
- A collaborative and inclusive working environment
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Electrical engineers (SOC 2123) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~36k in sample- Middle half £41,392–68,380
- Median £55,432
- Going rate £58,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £41,100–52,900
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Eaton holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2123 going rate of £58,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.