Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Matchtech; Chichester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Matchtech seeks an Electrical Commissioning Engineer for water infrastructure projects on a contract basis. You will commission, test and inspect electrical systems across water sites, ensuring installations are safe, compliant and ready for service.

Previous water sector experience is essential. Responsibilities include commissioning electrical systems, performing tests and inspections, reviewing test results, and supporting issue resolution with site teams, all aligned to health and safety

Qualifications

• Experience in commissioning electrical systems in water infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications and commissioning documentation.
• Strong focus on safety compliance and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Commission electrical systems and equipment across water treatment projects.
• Carry out electrical testing, inspections and functional checks.
• Review commissioning documentation and test results.
• Identify faults and support resolution of issues.
• Coordinate with project, engineering and site teams to meet commissioning needs.
• Ensure work adheres to health and safety procedures and standards.
• Support handover of completed installations.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Water sector experience

CSCS card

Electrical testing

Fault finding

Health and safety

Interpreting drawings

Job description

Our client is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support water infrastructure projects on a contract basis. The role will involve commissioning, testing and inspecting electrical systems across operational water-sector sites, ensuring that installations are safe, compliant and ready for service. Previous experience within the water sector is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Commissioning electrical systems and equipment across water treatment and infrastructure projects
• Carrying out electrical testing, inspections and functional checks
• Reviewing commissioning documentation, test results and project records
• Identifying faults and supporting the resolution of electrical and commissioning issues
• Working closely with project, engineering and site teams to meet commissioning requirements
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with health and safety procedures and relevant industry standards
• Supporting the safe handover of completed electrical installations

Job Requirements:

• Previous electrical commissioning experience within the water sector
• Strong electrical engineering knowledge and practical commissioning skills
• Valid CSCS card
• Experience of electrical testing and inspection is desirable
• Understanding of site health and safety requirements
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications and commissioning documentation
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to fault finding
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, engineers and wider project teams