Electrical Commissioning Technician

Pin Point Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Commissioning Technician (Electrical Bias) in Tyne and Wear for a full-time, permanent position. The role involves supporting the delivery and commissioning of complex electrical systems, ensuring high standards of safety and reliability. Candidates should have a relevant electrical qualification, experience in commissioning, and strong communication skills. Global travel for on-site commissioning and support may be required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commissioning complex electrical systems.
• Understanding of electrical schematics and fault-finding techniques.
• Offshore survival certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out installation and testing of electrical control systems.
• Verify compliance with design specifications and industry standards.
• Provide technical support during system testing and commissioning.

Skills

Electrical installation

Fault diagnosis

Communication skills

Control systems understanding

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Location: Tyne and Wear (with some travel)

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

Salary benchmark around £45,000 per annum

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Commissioning Technician (Electrical Bias) to support the delivery and commissioning of complex engineered systems.

You will work closely with engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure all electrical systems are installed, tested, and commissioned to the highest standards of safety, functionality, and reliability.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone with a strong electrical and controls background, capable of working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team on‑site and in workshop environments.

You can expect to support the build of systems as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installation, inspection, and testing of control systems and equipment.
• Verify that electrical and control systems are built and configured in accordance with design specifications and industry standards.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical and instrumentation faults during system commissioning.
• Perform functional testing, loop checks, and continuity testing on electrical circuits.
• Assist with PLC setup, I/O configuration, and basic programming support.
• Ensure electrical drawings and test documentation are correctly completed and updated.
• Provide technical support during factory and site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT).
• Demonstrate system functionality and provide technical handover to clients.
• Support continuous improvement activities and feedback into design and production processes.
• Travel globally for on‑site commissioning and customer support, including offshore and remote work where required.

Skills and Qualifications

• HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Time‑served electrical technician with proven experience in commissioning of complex electrical systems.
• Understanding of control and instrumentation, electrical schematics, and fault‑finding techniques.
• Competence in the use of electrical test equipment.
• Experience with mechanical and hydraulic interfaces beneficial.
• Offshore survival certification (desirable).
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solution‑focused mindset.