Commissioning Engineer

GEA Group; Nottingham; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Responsibilities / Tasks

This role is open to candidates based anywhere in the UK.

Supervision & Execution

• Execute and/or supervise all activities and tests related to the commissioning of GEA.

Analysis & Recommendations

• Analyze test results and provide recommendations for improvements or corrective actions.

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure compliance with existing standards, regulations, and norms while defining GEA-specific standards.

System Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and resolve system issues during the commissioning phase to ensure a smooth transition to operational status.

Review of Protocols & Procedures

• Review test and commissioning protocols/procedures developed by GEA and those submitted by manufacturers, product suppliers, and subcontractors.

Commissioning Plan Adherence

• Ensure all commissioning-related tests, reports, and checklists align with the commissioning plan.

Refrigeration Plant Commissioning

• Commission the refrigeration plant within the agreed timeframe in coordination with the Project Manager.

• Coordinate with mechanical and electrical subcontractors to ensure seamless execution.

Client Communication

• Maintain clear and effective communication with the client as required.

Component Identification

• Identify any new or unfamiliar components that may impact the commissioning process.

Documentation & Review

• Review commissioning log sheets and paperwork, ensuring all default settings are properly incorporated.

• Assess time scales for project completion and adjust as needed.

Resource & Equipment Verification

• Confirm availability of all necessary equipment required for testing.

• Ensure that all safety equipment is either available or scheduled to be available for commissioning.

• Verify that power, water, and air supplies are available or scheduled to be available for commissioning.

Warranty & Issue Resolution

• Collect, report, and take action on warranty-related issues identified during commissioning.

• Conduct plant walkthroughs to observe general operating conditions.

• Address any arising issues related to plant operation or warranty.

SCADA Monitoring & System Checks

• Ensure SCADA trending and historical alarms are properly set up and recording for future analysis.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Qualifications: Engineering or technical qualification, ideally in industrial refrigeration, with certifications in Ammonia and CO₂.

• Experience: Several years of practical experience and in-depth knowledge of commissioning industrial refrigeration systems.

• Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex electrical diagrams and schematics.

  • Familiarity with refrigeration commissioning standards.

  • Ability to understand Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID).

  • Strong grasp of control descriptions.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Flexibility & Travel: Willingness to travel frequently to construction sites across the UK and Ireland.

• Commitment: Must be prepared to work away from home as required.

• Career Development: Time-served engineers seeking to develop their skills in commissioning will also be considered.

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