ECI Commissioning Systems Engineer

Veolia; Rugby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Rugby seeks an experienced technical professional to lead complex commissioning programs. The role involves configuring control systems, authoring acceptance tests, and mentoring junior engineers. Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 8+ years' experience, particularly in PLC programming and SCADA platforms. The position offers a salary of up to £60,000 and includes remarkable benefits like annual leave and pension plans.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Referral bonus for Engineers

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on various retailers

Support resources for health

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field.
• 8+ years leading complex commissioning programs.
• Advanced expertise in PLC programming and SCADA.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of commissioning plans for system integration.
• Configure complex control systems.
• Author and lead Factory and Site Acceptance Tests.
• Resolve technical issues during startup phases.
• Mentor junior engineers on system operation.
• Coordinate with teams while ensuring safety compliance.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA platforms knowledge

Leadership

Multi-vendor system integration

Customer-facing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

HMI configuration

SCADA (FactoryTalk, ICONICS)

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: up to £60,000 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Ling Hall, Coalpit Lane, Rugby, CV23 9HH

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.

What we can offer you:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Refer an Engineer to us once you've joined and earn £1,000
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing:

• Lead execution of comprehensive commissioning plans and provide technical oversight for system integration testing and validation
• Configure and calibrate complex control systems including VSDs, instruments, metering, PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications
• Author and lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) with customers
• Resolve complex technical issues during startup phases and provide expert troubleshooting under pressure
• Mentor and train customer personnel and junior engineers on system operation and maintenance
• Coordinate with project teams, customers, and subcontractors while ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related technical field
• 8+ years of progressive hands‑on experience leading complex commissioning programs at industrial sites
• Advanced expertise in PLC programming (Allen‑Bradley), SCADA platforms (FactoryTalk, ICONICS), and HMI configuration
• Proven experience with multi‑vendor system integration including PLC, HMI, SCADA, and field instrumentation
• Strong leadership and customer‑facing skills with 5+ years serving as primary technical authority during critical project phases
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards (IEC 61508, IEC 61511) and communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, OPC/OPC‑UA)

What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long‑term condition who opt‑in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.