Commissioning Engineer

Premier Technical Recruitment Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Technical Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Installation and Commissioning Engineer for a Derby-based client delivering end-to-end control system solutions across transport, airport and power sectors. The role involves on-site commissioning, testing and handover to customers, with a mix of days and nights.

You will work with project and development teams performing loop checks, I/O testing and PLC tests, field device setup and site acceptance activities.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in commissioning roles on control systems.
• Full UK driving licence and passport/eligibility for Europe.
• Ability to work a mix of days and nights on-site.
• Experience with on-site testing, handover, and client-facing activities.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, testing and troubleshooting installation of equipment and control systems on site.
• Perform loop checks, I/O testing and functional verification of systems.
• PLC data input tests and field device setup.
• Site acceptance tests and fault finding in PLC code or wiring.
• Produce RAMs, test documentation and progress reports.
• Attend site progress meetings and represent the company during client tests.

Skills

Commissioning

PLC testing

I/O testing

Fault finding

Documentation

Education

HNC in Electrical/Control

Tools

RAMs

Job description

Installation and Commissioning Engineer

c£45k basic + generous overtime + ewxcellent benefits (OTE c£65k pa)

Derby / UK coverage

Our client has been established for more than 35 years and are recognised market leaders in the provision of innovative and bespoke integrated systems primarily to the transport, airport and power infrastructure sectors, and as a result of continued success and an ongoing planned programme of strategic growth, they are now seeking to recruit an experienced and ambitious Commissioning Engineer to complement their established and successful team of electrical and control professionals delivering end to end control system solutions.

Working a combination of days and nights throughout the year, the role of Commissioning Engineer works alongside the project team and the development engineers during the commissioning stages of multiple projects and ensuring a smooth handover to the customer. Ideally with a background in the control system industry, core duties will include (but not be limited to):

• Commissioning, testing and troubleshooting installation of equipment and control systems on site
• Performing loop checks, I/O testing and functional verification of systems according to the Installation and Commissioning Test document.
• PLC data input tests including verification of operation to and from plant and field devices into PLCs.
• Field device set-up
• Performing site acceptance tests, fault find and correction of any PLC code or wiring issues.
• Producing documentation such as RAMs; test documentation; weekly progress reports etc.
• Attending site progress meetings, toolbox talks etc and providing professional representation of the business especially during client-facing test conditions.

To be considered for this varied and challenging Commissioning Engineer position offering genuine scope for career progression and development, it is envisaged that successful candidates will demonstrate at least 2 years relevant commissioning work experience and be qualified to at least HNC level or above in electrical or control engineering.

Essentially you will hold a full UK driving licence, an EDU/EEA/Swiss passport for working in Europe and have no criminal convictions due to security clearances required by airport authorities.

In return and in addition to a generous salary negotiable based on experience, benefits include 33 floating holidays to take when you like with your entitlement increasing by an additional 2 days every 5 years, paid overtime, a Company performance-related bonus as well as Health & Wellbeing benefits, Pension scheme, Anniversary celebrations and social events as well as a Flexible working hours scheme.