Commissioning Engineer

Russell Taylor Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in East Midlands is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to work on control systems and ensure smooth project delivery. This role includes commissioning, testing, and fault-finding tasks. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in electrical or mechanical work, strong problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn about automation and control systems. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including training and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Basic salary of £35,000 - £45,000

Overtime opportunities

Training for skills development

Career progression opportunities

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Performance-related bonus

Pension scheme

Health benefits

Salary sacrifice schemes

Subsidised on-site EV charging

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ practical experience in electrical, mechanical or industrial work.
• Willingness to learn automation, PLCs, and control systems.
• Full UK manual driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, testing and fault-finding on control systems at customer sites.
• Completing commissioning documentation and test reports.
• Supporting and training clients during handover.

Skills

Hands-on skills

Problem-solving

Basic wiring diagrams understanding

Flexibility to travel

Job description

Vacancy Title: Commissioning Engineer
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Derby
Industry: Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
Technical & Engineering Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum (DOE)
Start Date: 2025‑11‑28
Reference: J91986105
Contact Name: Ben Evans
Contact Email: [e-mail]
Vacancy Published: 1 day ago

Commissioning Engineer (all levels)

Derby / field-based

What's in it for you

• £35,000‑£45,000 basic salary (DOE)
• Overtime and premium rate hours – realistic earnings up to around £60,000
• Training and support to develop your automation and PLC skills
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing engineering team
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company performance‑related bonus
• Wellbeing benefit
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance and health benefits
• Salary sacrifice schemes – tech, cycles and EV
• Subsidised on‑site EV charging
• Anniversary celebrations and social events

What will you be doing?

• Commissioning, testing and fault‑finding on control systems at customer sites.
• Carrying out loop checks, I/O testing and functional testing of automation systems.
• Making minor hardware and software adjustments to resolve issues.
• Working closely with project engineering teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Completing commissioning documentation and test reports.
• Supporting and training clients during handover.
• Always working to safety, quality and company standards.

Where you'll be doing it

You’ll join a technically driven engineering business with over 30 years’ experience delivering high‑integrity control systems within the Transport Systems, Highways, Airports and Power sectors. They deliver everything from small upgrades to fully integrated turnkey solutions, from control room to field devices, across Intelligent Transport Systems, highways, airports and power sectors throughout the UK and Ireland.

What you’ll need

• At least 2 years’ practical experience in electrical, mechanical or industrial work (maintenance, installation or service).
• Strong hands‑on skills and a methodical approach to problem‑solving.
• Ability to read and understand basic wiring diagrams or engineering drawings.
• Willingness to learn automation, PLCs and control systems (full training provided).
• Flexibility to travel to customer sites across the UK and Ireland, including a mix of days and nights.
• A Full UK manual driving licence.
• Existing right to work in the UK – sponsorship is not available.
• It would be a bonus if you also have some experience with automation, instrumentation or industrial systems, or are familiar with common PLC brands – but it’s not essential.

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