Commissioning Engineer

SC Engineering; Basildon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

SC Engineering invites applications for a Commissioning Engineer based in Essex. This permanent role offers hands-on work across bespoke automation and machinery, delivering on-site and in-house commissioning, FAT/SAT, and customer support.

You'll work with Siemens TIA Portal, Omron and Allen-Bradley PLCs, WinCC HMIs, and drive technology, with UK and international travel. A formal Electrical or Automation qualification and 2+ years' commissioning experience are required.

Qualifications

• Electrical or automation qualification (apprenticeship, HNC/HND or degree) required.
• Minimum 2 years commissioning experience in industrial automation.
• Strong PLC fault-finding skills with Siemens TIA Portal, Omron or Allen-Bradley.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA such as WinCC.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and fault test panel wiring.

Responsibilities

• Commission automated machinery and control systems at in-house and customer sites.
• Power up new automation systems and perform I/O testing.
• Test, validate and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, SCADA and networks.
• Carry out FAT and SAT.
• Configure and commission drives and servo systems.
• Integrate vision systems and automation equipment.
• Support installation, commissioning and handover.
• Supervise and support technicians during commissioning.
• Electrical fault finding and panel troubleshooting.
• Provide technical support and aftersales assistance to customers.
• Work with Project Managers and Engineers to ensure project delivery.
• Travel within the UK and internationally to support installations.

Skills

PLC commissioning

Fault finding

Electrical schematics

Commissioning experience

Travel flexibility

Education

Electrical/Automation engineering qualification

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Omron

Allen-Bradley

WinCC

Profinet

EtherNet/IP

Job description

Commissioning Engineer

Location: Essex
Salary: 40,000 - 60,000 + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commissioning Engineer to join a leading engineering business specialising in bespoke automation and special purpose machinery.

Working within the Automation team, you\'ll play a key role in delivering complex automation projects through in-house and on-site commissioning, system validation and customer support. This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to work with the latest PLC, HMI, SCADA and drive technologies across a wide range of industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Commission automated machinery and control systems both in-house and at customer sites.
• Power up new automation systems and complete I/O testing.
• Test, validate and troubleshoot PLC software, HMIs, SCADA systems and industrial networks.
• Carry out Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Configure and commission variable speed drives, servo systems and ancillary equipment.
• Integrate vision systems and production line automation equipment.
• Support machine installation, commissioning and customer handover.
• Supervise and support electrical and instrumentation technicians during commissioning activities.
• Carry out electrical fault finding and panel troubleshooting.
• Provide technical support and aftersales assistance to customers.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Automation Engineers and Electrical Engineers to ensure successful project delivery.
• Travel within the UK and internationally to support customer installations and commissioning.

About You

• Formal Electrical or Automation Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or Degree).
• Minimum of 2 years\' commissioning experience within industrial automation.
• Strong PLC commissioning and fault-finding experience using Siemens TIA Portal, Omron or Allen-Bradley.
• Experience commissioning HMI and SCADA systems, including WinCC or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of VFDs and servo drives, including Siemens and Schneider/Altivar.
• Good understanding of industrial communication networks such as Profinet and EtherNet/IP.
• Experience commissioning automated machinery or production lines.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Excellent fault-finding, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible to travel and work away from home when required.

What\'s on Offer

• 40,000 - 60,000 basic salary.
• Permanent position with a growing engineering business.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automation and special purpose machinery.
• UK and international travel opportunities.
• Ongoing technical training and career progression.
• Comprehensive benefits package.