Commissioning Engineer

WB Power Services Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£55k – £70k OTE

Company van and fuel card

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Management progression opportunities

Job summary

A leading generator solutions provider in London is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to facilitate the successful commissioning of generators across the UK. The role requires an NVQ or degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and experience with generators is a plus. Candidates will manage commissioning processes, attend site meetings, and perform tests, along with training end-users. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel are essential. A competitive salary package is offered, including comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with generators is desirable.
• Willing to travel nationwide and work away from home.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Attend site planning and coordination meetings with Project/Site Managers.
• Conduct site visits to assess generator installations.
• Manage and oversee the full commissioning process for each project.
• Perform functional tests, load bank tests, and performance tests on generators.
• Train end-users on generator operation and maintenance.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of electrical systems

Ability to interpret electrical drawings

Risk assessment skills

Education

NVQ or degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

City & Guilds 18th Edition (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

WB Power Services is a leading generator specialist providing solutions, maintenance, sales, and hire services to customers across the UK. We are a family-owned and run business, with our values at the heart of everything we do. We offer a unique and friendly place to work while maintaining the highest professional standards.

Salary information: This range is provided by WB Power Services Ltd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join our projects team. You will play a key role in the successful commissioning of generators nationwide, working closely with project managers, electrical engineers, and field technicians to ensure installations are delivered, tested, and fully operational to the highest standards.

• Attend site planning and coordination meetings with Project/Site Managers and clients.
• Conduct site visits to assess generator installations and prepare for commissioning.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop commissioning plans and schedules.
• Review and sign off Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and adhere to site-specific health & safety protocols.
• Manage and oversee the full commissioning process for each project.
• Perform functional tests, load bank tests, and performance tests on generators.
• Demonstrate technical understanding of mechanical and electrical installations, including controls and synchronisation.
• Diagnose and resolve commissioning issues, escalating where required.
• Carry out Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Liaise closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, and clients throughout delivery.
• Provide technical support to installation teams and field technicians.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant mechanical and electrical regulations and standards.
• Produce detailed commissioning, snagging, and load test reports for internal use and client handover.
• Train end-users on generator operation and maintenance.

The Person

• NVQ or degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• Electrically qualified & registered, with City & Guilds 18th Edition (or equivalent).
• Experience working with generators is desirable.
• Ability to interpret and follow electrical drawings and schedules.
• Confident in completing risk assessments and understanding safe systems of work.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot on-site.
• Willing to travel nationwide and work away from home (with full compensation package).
• Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• £55k – £70k OTE (with overtime after 40 hours).
• 10% or 15% additional uplift on wage (depending on postcode).
• Door-to-door pay, company van, and fuel card.
• Fully covered hotel, travel, and food expenses while working away.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (33 days in total).
• Private healthcare and death in service cover.
• Outstanding employee assistance programme.
• Management progression opportunities.

Job details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industries: Engineering Services, Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, and Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing