Commissioning Engineer (Converting Equipment)

ZipRecruiter; Taunton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Taunton is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join its team. The role involves troubleshooting and commissioning converting machinery both on-site and at customer locations internationally. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified Electrical Engineer with experience in PLC systems, capable of providing expert support and training. If you're looking for a varied role with travel opportunities and technical challenges, this is the position for you.

Benefits

International Travel

Training Opportunities

Company Bonus

Overtime Rates

Qualifications

• Fully time-served Electrical Engineer.
• Experience with Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Valid UK passport and driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Commission and service converting machinery at customer sites worldwide.
• Provide troubleshooting and technical support for electrical systems.
• Deliver training to customers on machinery use.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Troubleshooting

Commissioning

Technical Support

Education

Time-served Electrical Engineer

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen Bradley PLC

HMI Interfaces

Job description

Job Description

Commissioning Engineer (Converting Equipment)

Taunton

£55,000 - £60,000 + International Travel + Training + Company Bonus

Are you an Electrical Engineer with a passion for travel, hands-on problem-solving, and working on complex machinery while delivering high-quality service to clients around the world?

The company is a leading engineering and manufacturing firm based in Taunton, specialising in designing and supplying advanced machinery and equipment for the converting and printing industries worldwide. They provide innovative solutions that help businesses efficiently process and transform materials for various applications.

In this varied role, you'll be commissioning and troubleshooting a wide range of converting machines both on-site and at customer facilities nationally and internationally. You'll work with motors, drives, HMI interfaces, and PLC-controlled systems (including Siemens and Allen Bradley), providing expert support and training to their clients.

This is a great opportunity for a time-served Electrical Engineer looking for a new challenge with travel, autonomy, and technical variety in a forward-thinking company.

The Role:

• Commission, install, and service a range of converting machinery at customer sites worldwide




• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and hands-on fixes across electrical and control systems




• Work with motors, drives, PLCs (Siemens and Allen Bradley), and HMIs




• Deliver training to customers on the safe and efficient use of machinery




• Perform diagnostics and apply debugging techniques to resolve issues




• 50% based on site (Taunton) and 50% travel nationally/international




• Monday to Thursday, 08 -16:30, Friday, 08:00 - 13:00




• Overtime rate of 1.5 x on Friday and 1.3 x any other day

The Person:

• Fully time-served Electrical Engineer




• Valid UK passport and driving licence




• Eligible to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)




• Experience with Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs

REFERENCE: BBBH19975A

Key Words: Converting Equipment, Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, Printing, Electrical Engineer, PLC, Siemens, Allen Bradley, Taunton, Sommerset

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.

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