Electrical Commissioning Technician — PLC & Controls

MacTaggart Scott; Loanhead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4- or 5-day week

Flexible working hours

Career development & Learning

Wellbeing program

Onsite canteen

Job summary

MacTaggart Scott is seeking a Commissioning Technician to join the Engineering Department. The role focuses on electrical and control system tasks, including PLC-based work, installation, commissioning, and in-service support for complex equipment worldwide.

You will operate in a high-pressure environment, supervise subcontract teams, and prepare detailed reports while engaging with customers and test engineers to ensure safe, compliant commissioning and handover.

Qualifications

• Electrical apprenticeship or equivalent qualification completed.
• Experience with electrical, control and PLC systems is essential.
• Ability to diagnose faults and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist during new installation and refit projects.
• Co-ordinate and supervise sub-contract personnel and teams.
• Carry out commissioning and acceptance activities for new and refurbished equipment, in accordance with schedule and budget.
• Assist with preparation of test procedures for Harbour Acceptance Tests (HAT) and Sea Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Prepare and deliver effective training packages for safe operation and maintenance of installed equipment.
• Engage and work effectively with Test Engineers, providing technical support and, occasionally, in-person assistance for in-house test and commissioning activities.

Skills

Electrical circuits

Control systems

PLCs

Education

Electrical apprenticeship and related qualifications (HNC, City & Guilds, Scotvec, etc.)

Job description

MacTaggart Scott is seeking a Commissioning Technician to join the Engineering Department. The role focuses on electrical and control system tasks, including PLC-based work, installation, commissioning, and in-service support for complex equipment worldwide.

You will operate in a high-pressure environment, supervise subcontract teams, and prepare detailed reports while engaging with customers and test engineers to ensure safe, compliant commissioning and handover.