Lead Commissioning Engineer 2

-; Broadway; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Commissioning Engineer to oversee the commissioning of complex projects in the Gas sector. This role involves leading a skilled team, managing site surveys, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. You will be instrumental in developing testing methodologies and supervising system testing activities. If you have a strong background in electrical and instrumentation engineering and a passion for driving project success, this opportunity offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience as a Commissioning Engineer in multi-discipline projects.
• Deep knowledge of EC&I and Automation with understanding of other disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site planning and execution of project commissioning.
• Provide technical support for SCADA and control systems.
• Manage project documentation and ensure quality standards.

Skills

EC&I Knowledge

Automation Expertise

Electrical Engineering

Instrumentation Skills

Control Systems Knowledge

Project Management

Technical Documentation Interpretation

Education

Degree in Engineering

Certification in Project Management

Tools

Hub2 Completions Management System

Job description

Lead Commissioning Engineer (Wormington)

Location: Evesham

Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider supporting customers across various sectors, including chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables, and food & beverage. We focus on enhancing asset efficiency, ensuring high availability, and reducing maintenance costs.

With extensive experience in offshore and onshore facilities, we specialize in asset management throughout all lifecycle phases—from consulting, engineering, and manufacturing to assembly, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning.

Our commitment is delivered by a highly competent workforce of over 4,500 employees across 14 strategic industrial hubs, upholding the highest safety, compliance, and quality standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Lead the on-site planning and execution of the project commissioning team.
2. Support the Project Commissioning Lead in all aspects of technical delivery and scope management.
3. Assist in developing the project delivery strategy and planning for each Work Pack/System.
4. Assist the completions engineer in setting system limit boundaries for work packs.
5. Provide technical and engineering support for SCADA, control & protection, ESD, F&G, Telemetry, and UPS systems.
6. Manage project documentation to meet client management procedures (T/PM/G/35).
7. Lead technical and quality requirements on the project.
8. Perform skilled commissioning tests on electrical, instrumentation, and control apparatus, developing procedures with other engineers.
9. Conduct commissioning activities on control circuits, level, flow, temperature, and pressure control devices.
10. Validate fire & gas systems and devices, including cause & effects charts and interfaces.
11. Interpret vendor documentation, project drawings, schematics, and manuals.
12. Analyze work problems and implement corrections to facilitate system completion.
13. Allocate tasks to the commissioning team and monitor progress.
14. Establish positive relationships with the project team and client.
15. Follow all safe systems of work and ensure project quality standards.
16. Identify project opportunities and variations.
17. Support risk and issue management within the project.
18. Coordinate with vendors for commissioning activities.
19. Lead by example in health and safety practices.

Function

The Lead Commissioning Engineer is expected to:

1. Manage site surveys.
2. Conduct toolbox talks.
3. Develop testing and commissioning methodologies.
4. Create site work documentation, including risk assessments and method statements.
5. Supervise system testing, CFAT, SAT, and calibration activities.
6. Manage observations, variations, and reworks.

Qualifications and Experience

1. Deep knowledge of EC&I and Automation, with a broad understanding of other disciplines (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Process).
2. Familiarity with Gas Transmission and Distribution standards, especially for compressor stations.
3. Understanding of British and European standards.
4. Technical experience in electrical, instrumentation, and control fields.
5. Experience supervising electrical/instrument technicians.
6. Experience with Hub2 completions management system.
7. Over 5 years of experience as a Commissioning Engineer in multi-discipline projects within the Gas sector, in engineering/EPCM/EPC companies.

For inquiries, contact the recruitment team at 01224 246246.

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