Commissioning Engineer

Trades Workforce Solutions; Denton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering manufacturer is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to manage the commissioning, installation, and maintenance of complex mechanical systems, primarily for biopharmaceutical and aerospace sectors. The role allows for flexible worldwide travel and staying away as required. Responsibilities include leading FAT/SAT processes, troubleshooting, and liaising with various engineering teams. Ideal candidates should possess substantial commissioning experience and a strong technical background in mechanical systems, pneumatics, and electrical systems, ensuring successful project outcomes.

Benefits

£42,000 - £45,000 salary

Overtime and allowances

25 days holiday

Pension

Healthcare

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Proven commissioning experience with a solid background in mechanical systems.
• Hands-on expertise with FAT/SAT processes.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning, installation, service, and maintenance of containment isolators.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical components.

Skills

Commissioning experience

Mechanical systems knowledge

Pneumatics and electrical systems

Troubleshooting skills

FAT/SAT expertise

Education

Mechanical or electrical qualification

Job description

Commissioning Engineer / Service Engineer / Installation Engineer required to join a global, leading engineering manufacturer.

The successful Commissioning Engineer / Service Engineer / Installation Engineer will be responsible for the commissioning, installation, service, maintenance, and testing of bespoke mechanical systems, predominantly containment systems for biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, medical device, and aerospace markets. This is a workshop-based role in Stockport with worldwide travel and staying away when required (overtime and staying away allowances paid). Full product training will be provided.

The Commissioning Engineer / Service Engineer / Installation Engineer will ideally have extensive commissioning experience, a solid understanding of pneumatics and electrical systems, and hands‑on expertise with FAT/SAT. The role requires someone with a strong technical background who is flexible to travel and support a wide range of engineering activities.

Package

• £42,000 - £45,000 depending on experience

• Overtime with staying away allowances & payments

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Pension

• Healthcare

• Additional benefits

Commissioning Engineer / Service Engineer / Installation Engineer Role

• Lead the commissioning, installation, service, and maintenance of containment isolators and associated mechanical systems.

• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to ensure systems meet all required specifications.

• Fault‑find and troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical components.

• Oversee mechanical assembly, airflow testing, FAT/SAT, and commissioning processes.

• Liaise with various engineering departments to ensure timely and successful project delivery.

• Workshop-based in Stockport with worldwide travel and staying away when required (overtime and staying away allowances paid).

Commissioning Engineer / Service Engineer / Installation Engineer Requirements

• Proven commissioning experience, with a solid background in mechanical systems, pneumatics, and electrical systems.

• Hands‑on expertise with FAT/SAT processes.

• Strong troubleshooting and fault‑finding skills across mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical components.

• Mechanical or electrical qualification, degree, or apprenticeship trained is advantageous.

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to work with a global manufacturer.

• Flexible for worldwide travel and staying away when required (overtime and staying away allowances paid).