Commissioning Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled MEICA Commissioning Engineer to join their team in the UK water sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant water and wastewater projects, primarily in the Aldershot area. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control, or automation engineering. You'll be pivotal in ensuring compliance with industry standards while working collaboratively with site teams and clients. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply and be part of essential infrastructure development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangement

Exposure to high-profile projects

Supportive site teams

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a MEICA commissioning role, ideally in the water industry.
• Strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control, or automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities across clean and wastewater sites.
• Produce detailed commissioning plans, reports, and documentation.

Skills

MEICA commissioning

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Instrumentation

Control systems

Automation

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Relevant engineering degree

Tools

Technical drawings

FAT/SAT processes

Job description

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? Location: Hampshire/Surrey Area

? Contract Type: Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35 where applicable)

? Rate/Salary: Competitive – Based on experience

About the Role

We're on the lookout for an experienced and driven MEICA Commissioning Engineer to join a leading contractor in the UK water industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of water and wastewater projects, with most of the work centred around the Aldershot area.

Whether you're looking for a permanent position or contract work, we’re open to hearing from talented engineers from a Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control or Automation background.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support commissioning activities across clean and wastewater sites
• Work closely with site teams, subcontractors, and the client to ensure timely and effective delivery
• Troubleshoot MEICA systems, validate installation, and support FAT/SAT processes
• Produce detailed commissioning plans, reports, and documentation
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, H&S procedures, and environmental guidelines
• Attend progress meetings and liaise with design and delivery teams
• Support handover and training for operational staff

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in a MEICA commissioning role (water industry experience ideal)
• Strong technical background in one or more of the following: mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control systems, automation
• Familiarity with water treatment processes and assets (pumps, MCCs, telemetry, PLCs, etc.)
• Ability to read technical drawings and interpret commissioning documentation
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• CSCS/ECS card, and ideally EUSR or similar water industry tickets
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• Flexible working arrangement – contract or permanent
• Competitive day rates/salary (dependent on experience)
• Exposure to high-profile water projects and a strong project pipeline
• Supportive and collaborative site teams

If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and play a pivotal part in delivering essential infrastructure, we want to hear from you. Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential chat about the role.