Lead Commissioning Engineer - Water & Wastewater

Carmichael UK; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK, recruiting for a Commissioning Engineer, seeks an experienced professional to lead end-to-end commissioning on Thames Water AMP7 framework projects. You will coordinate electrical, mechanical and process systems, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient handover to operations.

The role requires 3+ years of water sector commissioning, strong problem-solving and stakeholder management, and the ability to drive FAT/SAT, documentation, and reporting across complex schemes.

Qualifications

• Experience with main contractors in the UK water/wastewater sector.
• Minimum 3 years commissioning experience on water/wastewater projects.
• Proven ability to deliver installation and commissioning through to handover.
• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical and process commissioning.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary delivery teams.
• Knowledge of industry standards, safety regulations and statutory legislation.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex engineering issues and propose practical solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to lead site teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures and documentation.
• Provide commissioning input throughout the project lifecycle from design to handover.
• Coordinate installation, testing and commissioning activities with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Lead FAT and SAT activities.
• Ensure equipment is tested and ready for site installation.
• Witness commissioning activities ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Review RAMS and ensure safety during commissioning.
• Configure and integrate process and analytical equipment with control systems.
• Review P&IDs, design specs, electrical schematics and drawings.
• Capture and maintain installation, testing and commissioning records.
• Produce progress reports for management and stakeholders.
• Support programme management with weekly updates.
• Deliver training to client operations teams.
• Promote continuous improvement through SHEQ initiatives.
• Assist Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and site surveys.
• Act as front-line supervisor during commissioning and installation.

Skills

Water/wastewater commissioning

Subcontractor coordination

RAMS & safety

Technical problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree or HNC/HND

NVQ/Engineering Apprenticeship

Job description

Carmichael UK, recruiting for a Commissioning Engineer, seeks an experienced professional to lead end-to-end commissioning on Thames Water AMP7 framework projects. You will coordinate electrical, mechanical and process systems, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient handover to operations.

The role requires 3+ years of water sector commissioning, strong problem-solving and stakeholder management, and the ability to drive FAT/SAT, documentation, and reporting across complex schemes.