DALI Commissioning Engineer (Lighting Controls)

First Logistics Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics and technology firm in London is seeking a skilled Commissioning Engineer. This field-based role involves commissioning and testing lighting control systems, client training, and ongoing support. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of lighting systems, a current ECS/CSCS Card, and excellent problem-solving skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, healthcare, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Healthcare plan and life insurance

Pension fund

Training and development opportunities

Paid travel to and from site

Subsistence allowance

Qualifications

• Qualified to 18th Edition electrician standard (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of lighting control systems, including DALI.
• Proven experience in testing, commissioning, and fault finding.
• Experience with IP network configuration.
• Current ECS / CSCS Card (essential).
• Ability to work on-site daily, carry equipment, and stand for extended periods.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Commission, test, and hand over lighting control systems.
• Provide client and colleague training on systems.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Complete headend installations and configure IP networks.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for projects.
• Ensure health and safety requirements are met.
• Liaise with teams and contractors for project delivery.

Skills

Lighting control systems knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Client training abilities

Education

18th Edition electrician standard

Current ECS/CSCS Card

Tools

IP network configuration

Job description

Overview

Established for almost 25 years, our client is a leader in lighting controls and smart building technology. They work with specifiers, installers and end-users and offer a full service - from pre-commissioning and CAD design through to project software and on-site commissioning. Their in-house experts then deliver every stage, ensuring quality, innovation and seamless integration.

Due to sustained period of growth they are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Commissioning Engineer to join their technical team. This is a field-based role where you will be responsible for commissioning, testing, and handing over lighting control systems, as well as providing ongoing support and aftercare.

You will play a key role in ensuring systems are installed, configured and maintained to the highest standards, working across a range of projects of varying technical complexity.

Key Responsibilities

• Commission, test and hand over of lighting control systems.
• Provide client and colleague training on systems.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and reactive troubleshooting.
• Complete headend installations and configure IP networks (routers, gateways, user interfaces).
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation (site reports, snag reports, health checks, backups).
• Ensure all health and safety requirements are met, including maintaining up-to-date ECS/CSCS cards.
• Liaise with internal teams and external contractors to ensure smooth project delivery.

Requirements

• Qualified to 18th Edition electrician standard (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of lighting control systems, including DALI.
• Proven experience in testing, commissioning, and fault finding.
• Experience with IP network configuration.
• Current ECS / CSCS Card (essential).
• Ability to work on-site daily, carry equipment (up to 10kg), and stand for extended periods.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to provide clear technical advice to clients.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Healthcare plan and life insurance.
• Pension fund.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Paid travel to and from site plus subsistence allowance.
• A supportive team environment with opportunities to grow your technical expertise.

If you feel you have what it takes, would like to apply or simply find out more, please contact Richard Bedford-Smith for a fully confidential discussion.