ECI Senior Commissioning Systems Engineer

Veolia Group; Rugby; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave + bank holidays

Refer an Engineer bonus

Pension access

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on products and retailers

Health and wellbeing resources

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia is seeking an ECI Senior Commissioning Engineer to provide leadership for commissioning highly complex Control and Instrumentation systems across multiple projects. You will define commissioning strategies, lead multidisciplinary teams, and ensure flawless transition from design to operation with strong governance.

You will mentor engineers, coordinate with clients and regulators, and drive environmental and energy-efficiency objectives through advanced commissioning methodologies in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related technical field with relevant platform certifications.
• Proficiency in Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, Allen‑Bradley drives) and ICONICS Genesis64 SCADA platforms.
• Experience with major instrumentation vendors (Siemens, ABB, Yokogawa, Honeywell, Schneider Electric) and industrial communication protocols.
• Advanced skills in system integration, network configuration, OPC/OPC‑UA setup, database management, and metering systems.
• Experience of strategic commissioning leadership with multi‑vendor environments, including mentoring engineers and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provides expert leadership for commissioning teams across multiple projects, mentoring Senior Engineers and serving as highest escalation point for technical and personnel conflicts.
• Defines commissioning strategies, technical architectures, and resource allocation across project portfolios with 6–12 months planning.
• Acts as executive technical liaison for clients, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders in high-stakes negotiations and program reviews.
• Drives environmental impact across programs by establishing frameworks for environmental control systems commissioning and energy efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related field

Tools

Rockwell Automation Studio 5000

FactoryTalk

Allen-Bradley drives

ICONICS Genesis64

OPC/OPC-UA

Job description

Background: Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance. 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. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

Salary: Competitive Salary plus Veolia benefits (Pension, Bonus, Car/Car Allowance) Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Location: Rugby, hybrid working with some travel to customer sites

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. Whether you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

The ECI Senior Commissioning Engineer provides expert leadership and strategic oversight for commissioning highly complex Control and Instrumentation systems, ensuring flawless transition from design to full operational readiness. This role defines commissioning strategies, establishes best practices, and sets quality standards across multiple projects while leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing technically challenging, high-risk activities. As a ECI Senior Commissioning Engineer, you will serve as the primary technical authority for stakeholders and clients, the role drives innovation in commissioning methodologies and ensures strict adherence to safety, regulatory, and contractual requirements.

What we can offer you:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Refer an Engineer to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000
• Access to our people’s 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:

Provides expert leadership for commissioning teams across multiple projects, mentoring Senior Engineers and serving as highest escalation point for technical and personnel conflicts. Has ultimate authority to define and approve commissioning strategies, technical architectures, and resource allocation across project portfolios with strategic planning 6-12 months ahead. Serves as primary executive technical liaison for clients, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders in high-stakes negotiations, formal program reviews, and critical milestone approvals. Holds ultimate accountability for cultivating strategic customer relationships, securing follow-on business, and shaping proposal development for new opportunities. Drives strategic environmental impact across programs by establishing frameworks for environmental control systems commissioning and optimising parameters to maximise energy efficiency and waste reduction. Provides executive governance for environmentally-focused processes, ensuring regulatory compliance and certifying that commissioned systems deliver intended environmental benefits including reduced emissions and improved efficiency.

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related technical field with relevant platform certifications.
• Expert proficiency in Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, Allen‑Bradley drives) and ICONICS Genesis64 SCADA platforms.
• Proven expertise with major instrumentation vendors (Siemens, ABB, Yokogawa, Honeywell, Schneider Electric) and industrial communication protocols.
• Advanced skills in system integration, network configuration, OPC/OPC‑UA setup, database management, and metering systems.
• Experience of strategic commissioning leadership with multi‑vendor environments, including mentoring engineers and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Please note: If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland. If you are a non‑EU/EEA national , you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland. Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits ,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.

Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance