Electrical Commissioning Engineer

westlakesrecruit; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Engineer for contract opportunities in Reading. In this role, you will be responsible for commissioning electrical systems, performing testing, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering and relevant commissioning experience. This is a contract position within the nuclear sector.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in commissioning or installation of electrical or control systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical drawings, schematics, and testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with LV distribution, control panels, and instrumentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and carry out commissioning of electrical systems.
• Review designs and develop test plans.
• Perform functional and performance testing of electrical panels.

Skills

Commissioning electrical systems

Electrical drawings and testing methodologies

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for an Electrical Commissioning Engineer interested in opportunities on a contract basis, to be located in Reading

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and carry out commissioning of electrical systems and equipment.
• Review electrical designs, schematics, and specifications to develop test and inspection plans.
• Perform functional, insulation, and performance testing of electrical panels, distribution boards, and control systems.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve electrical and control system issues in collaboration with project and design teams.
• Record and maintain detailed commissioning data, test results, and handover documentation.
• Ensure compliance with electrical standards (BS 7671, IET Regulations) and company quality and safety procedures.
• Support system integration, final acceptance, and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
• Demonstrable experience in commissioning or installation of electrical or control systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical drawings, schematics, and testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with LV distribution, control panels, and instrumentation systems.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organisational skills.

Why We're Different

Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives.

Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge. We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them!

We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear.

Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future:

As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.