Commissioning Engineer

Contract Scotland; Chryston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Scotland is looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to work on high-profile water and wastewater projects. This role will involve responsibilities such as conducting onsite commissioning activities, developing detailed commissioning plans, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates have an ONC/HNC in relevant engineering fields, proven commissioning experience, and full UK driving license. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered, along with career development opportunities.

Benefits

Company car

Generous holiday entitlement

Private healthcare

Excellent pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven site-based commissioning and installation (M&E) experience in the Scottish water sector.
• MEICA-qualified engineer with strong technical knowledge.
• Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site commissioning activities across projects.
• Ensure commissioning compliance with safety standards.
• Develop detailed commissioning plans for projects.

Skills

Commissioning and installation experience

Technical knowledge in MEICA

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of Profibus

Education

ONC/HNC in electrical, mechanical, or ICA engineering

Job description

Commissioning Engineer

Location: Glasgow, with travel across Scotland as required.

Company: Leading Principal Contractor within the Scottish Water Framework.

Join Now to Shaping Scotland's Water Future.

Are you a skilled Commissioning Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to play a key role in protecting and improving Scotland's water network for generations to come? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are delighted to be working with one of the most successful engineering firms operating within the Scottish Water Framework. Our client, an internationally recognised and forward-thinking organisation, is expanding their MEICA delivery team in Scotland and is seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join their Glasgow office.

As a Commissioning Engineer, you will be at the heart of delivering projects that make a real impact. You'll take responsibility for the installation, commissioning, and handover of all MEICA elements across a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out on-site commissioning activities across a range of projects.
• Prepare and deliver commissioning completion reports and project updates.
• Ensure all commissioning is conducted in full compliance with safety standards.
• Develop detailed commissioning plans during both pricing and design phases.
• Produce all required commissioning documentation in a timely manner.
• Work closely with Scottish Water CSD staff to ensure smooth asset integration.
• Oversee off-site testing and pre-commissioning activities.
• Adhere to rigorous change control processes.
• Share best practices and contribute to team knowledge development.

About You

• ONC/HNC (or equivalent) in electrical, mechanical, or ICA engineering - or extensive relevant experience.
• Proven site-based commissioning and installation (M&E) experience, ideally within the Scottish water sector.
• MEICA-qualified engineer with strong technical knowledge.
• Working knowledge of Profibus (desirable).
• Familiarity with WIMES standards and telemetry systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.

What's On Offer

• The chance to work on high-profile and meaningful projects.
• Collaboration with diverse, expert teams dedicated to excellence.
• High-quality training and structured career development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Company car.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Private healthcare.
• Excellent pension scheme.

How to Apply

If you're excited by this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply directly or contact Adam Rahma on (phone number removed), quoting reference J46220.

Legal Information

• We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.
• For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
• We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.