Assistant Commissioning Engineer

Anglian Water Group; Bedford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company is seeking an Assistant Commissioning Engineer in Bedford to support commissioning new water and recycling assets. This role involves planning activities, developing documentation, and optimizing processes during testing phases. A valid UK driving licence and a Level 3 engineering qualification are required. The position offers a competitive salary up to £40,000, 25 days annual leave, and benefits including a company vehicle and double-matched pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Double-matched pension up to 6%

Annual bonus

Company vehicle

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence is essential.
• Familiarity with electrical systems, MCCs, PLCs, instrumentation, and process control is desirable.
• Experience in water or water recycling operations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and carrying out commissioning activities.
• Support development of commissioning documentation including plans and reports.
• Help optimise water processes during start-up and testing.
• Participate in Factory and Site Acceptance Testing.
• Contribute to risk assessments and impact plans.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

M&E apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Assistant Commissioning Engineer

Location: Bedford (with travel up to 1.5 hours)

Salary: Circa £33,000 - £40,000

Contract: Permanent, full-time, 37 hours per week

Benefits: 25 days annual leave (rising with service), double-matched pension up to 6%, annual bonus, company vehicle, flexible benefits

Join Anglian Water - Always Exploring

At Anglian Water, we're proud to be a purpose‑led organisation, dedicated to safeguarding our environment and supporting our communities to thrive. We're investing in the future of water and water recycling infrastructure, ensuring that our assets are safe, reliable, and sustainable for generations to come.

As part of our Asset Delivery team, we're looking for a talented and motivated individual to help us shape the next chapter of water management in the East of England.

Your Purpose

As an Assistant Commissioning Engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting the safe and efficient commissioning of new water and water recycling assets. Working alongside experienced Commissioning Engineers, you'll help ensure our treatment plants and systems perform reliably from day one – proving their capability before being handed over to operations.

This is an exciting development opportunity for someone looking to build a career in commissioning, with structured support, training, and progression into a full Commissioning Engineer position.

What You'll Be Doing

In this hands‑on role, you will :

• Assist in planning and carrying out commissioning activities for new water and water recycling projects.
• Support the development of key commissioning documentation, including plans, test procedures, and reports.
• Help optimise water and water recycling processes during start‑up and testing phases.
• Participate in Factory and Site Acceptance Testing, control system verification, and functional testing.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, seamless integration of new assets into live operational networks.
• Contribute to risk assessments and impact plans to safeguard supply continuity and water quality.
• Support the handover process to ensure new assets are fully tested, documented, and ready for reliable operation.

About You

You'll ideally bring :

• A recognised M&E apprenticeship and / or a Level 3 (ONC or BTEC) or HNC qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• A valid UK driving licence (essential).
• Familiarity with electrical systems, MCCs, PLCs, instrumentation, and process control (desirable).
• Experience or understanding of water or water recycling operations (desirable).

You'll be a strong communicator who enjoys working collaboratively across technical teams. You'll take pride in problem solving, be open to learning new skills, and be confident taking ownership of your work. Adaptable and practical, you'll bring enthusiasm and curiosity to a fast‑paced engineering environment.

Why Join Us

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on projects that make a genuine difference to communities and the environment. You'll gain hands‑on experience, mentoring, and ongoing development within a business that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

We reward our people fairly and transparently, with a strong emphasis on wellbeing, inclusion, and long‑term career progression.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary circa £33,000 (depending on experience)
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Company vehicle
• Double‑matched pension scheme (up to 6%)
• Annual bonus
• Private health insurance options
• Flexible benefits including lifestyle and wellbeing choices
• Ongoing training and career development

Inclusion at Anglian Water

We believe everyone should feel they belong and have the opportunity to thrive. We're proud to be a Disability Confident employer, a signatory of the Social Mobility Pledge, and holders of the Armed Forces Gold Covenant. We actively support the Women's Utility Network and Business in the Community's Race at Work Charter.

Join us, and make a real difference - because what we do really matters.