Commissioning Engineer

CBSbutler Holdings Limited; Merstham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering company is seeking a Commissioning & Qualification Engineer to manage the installation and commissioning of high-end process systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing. This position requires strong electrical and mechanical skills and offers competitive compensation of circa £50,000, an annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including a company vehicle. The role involves significant travel throughout the UK and Ireland, providing ample opportunities for career development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Annual bonus

Private pension scheme

25 days' holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in qualification of process or utilities equipment.
• Ability to work in GMP regulated environments.
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning and qualifying sterile process equipment.
• Installation and validation of automation systems.
• Producing technical documentation and reports.
• Providing troubleshooting and customer support.
• Representing the business professionally on-site.

Skills

Strong electrical bias

Proven experience in commissioning

Interpreting technical drawings

Writing technical documentation

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Automation and control systems

Computer documentation tools

Job description

Commissioning & Qualification Engineer (Pharma / Process Equipment) £50,000 with an OTE of £66k company vehicle benefits Home-based with travel throughout UK & Ireland travel An established engineering company specialising in sterile process and water treatment equipment for leading pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturers is looking for a Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) Engineer to join their growing team.

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.

This is a hands‑on field‑based role offering variety, technical challenge, and genuine development opportunities! You'll join a close‑knit team who pride themselves on quality, integrity, and looking after their engineers.

Travel is primarily across the UK and Ireland, with regular staying away from home for extended periods of time.

The company ensures balance with time away from home being followed by periods at home.

The company is a small‑medium enterprise and so offers a stable yet dynamic environment for career development with progression opportunities readily available for those seeking a long term career move! The Role: You'll take responsibility for the installation, commissioning, qualification (IQ / OQ), and calibration of high‑end process and water systems used in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

You’ll work directly with clients on‑site, troubleshooting, testing, and ensuring all equipment meets strict quality and validation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Commissioning, and qualifying sterile process and utilities equipment
• Performing installation, calibration, and validation of automation and control systems
• Producing clear, accurate, and concise technical documentation and reports
• Providing customer support, troubleshooting, and training where required
• Representing the business professionally and working independently on‑site

Experience & Skills Required

• Strong electrical bias with solid mechanical understanding
• Proven experience in commissioning, qualification, or validation of process equipment or utilities equipment
• Confident interpreting technical drawings, wiring diagrams, PFDs, PD&Is and validation protocols
• Experience working within and writing technical documentation within a GMP / highly regulated manufacturing environments
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and self‑management skills
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the UK & Ireland (with occasional travel to Europe)
• Regrettably only UK, or EU citizens with UK RTW can be considered.

Those on UK visas without an EU passport cannot be considered due to limitations around travel to the EU.

Package & Benefits

• Salary circa £50,000 (depending on experience)
• Paid Overnight allowance
• Annual bonus (6-10%)
• Company vehicle, laptop, tools, and credit card
• Private pension scheme
• Employer contribution increases with service
• 25 days' holiday
• Bank holidays (increases with length of service)
• Company wide Christmas shutdown
• Regular salary and development reviews
• Career progression!

It’s ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem‑solving, and being part of a supportive, forward‑thinking team.

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Should you be suitable a representative will be in touch within 5 working days.