Commissioning Engineer Diesel Generators

PER International; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary is open + bonus and commission opportunities

Paid overtime

Generous holiday allowance

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Life assurance

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Commissioning Engineer for diesel generators. The role involves ensuring generators are operational from day one, conducting tests, and coordinating with clients. Ideal candidates have technical qualifications and experience in system integration. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in generator maintenance and servicing.
• Hands-on experience with alternators and load bank testing.
• Willingness to travel and work off-site.
• Hands-on experience with alternators and load bank testing.
• Ability to perform mechanical and electrical inspections.
• Willingness to travel and work off-site.

Responsibilities

• Commission diesel generators with electrical and mechanical checks.
• Conduct functional tests including load bank testing.
• Complete commissioning reports and client handover documentation.
• Integrate generators with related systems such as UPS and ATS panels.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during commissioning.
• Complete commissioning reports and client handover documentation.
• Liaise with clients and project teams to coordinate commissioning activities.

Skills

Commissioning of diesel generators

Configuration and programming of generator control systems (DSE, ComAp)

Troubleshooting technical issues

Mechanical and electrical inspections

Education

HNC/Technical qualifications in mechanical/electrical

Tools

Deep Sea Electronics (DSE)

ComAp control systems

Load bank testing

Job description

Overview

This role focuses on the commissioning of diesel generators, ensuring they are installed, configured, and tested to meet operational and safety requirements. The position involves pre-installation checks, on-site commissioning, system integration, functional testing, and handover to clients. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the generators are ready for service from day one, working closely with project teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Commission diesel generators, including electrical and mechanical checks.
• Configure and program generator control systems (DSE, ComAp).
• Conduct functional tests, including load bank testing.
• Integrate generators with related systems such as UPS and ATS panels.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during commissioning.
• Complete commissioning reports and client handover documentation.
• Liaise with clients and project teams to coordinate commissioning activities.

Education And Experience Requirements

• HNC/Technical qualifications in mechanical/electrical or a related field (ideal).
• Experience in generator maintenance and servicing.
• Knowledge of Deep Sea Electronics (DSE) and ComAp control systems.
• Hands-on experience with alternators and load bank testing.
• Ability to perform mechanical and electrical inspections.
• Willingness to travel and work off-site.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary is open + bonus and commission opportunities.
• Paid overtime and generous holiday allowance.
• Company pension scheme and life assurance.
• Be part of a company on its journey to becoming the UK’s leading manufacturer of UPS systems and diesel standby generators.

Interested?

We are committed to submitting suitable candidates for this vacancy to our client ASAP. For more information contact Jacqui Grimwood at PER Recruitment or send your CV to [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Industries

• Electric Power Generation and Services for Renewable Energy

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