Senior Project Engineer: Commissioning & Handover Lead

URENCO UK Ltd; Capenhurst; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave etc.

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Private medical & dental cover

Flexible benefits

Training & development

Job summary

Urenco is seeking a Senior Project Engineer (Acceptance & Commissioning Lead) at Capenhurst to manage commissioning across projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and maintaining quality while fostering strong client relationships.

You will lead commissioning plans, FAT/SAT activities, and handover documentation, work across multi-disciplinary teams, and support operational readiness with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• HNC, HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
• 10+ years of Project Engineering experience.
• 5+ years across full design lifecycle, including concept, execution, and commissioning.
• Experience leading multi-cultural teams across diverse project environments.
• Strong leadership and autonomy, managing multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, review, and approval of commissioning activities across projects.
• Develop and manage Commissioning and Acceptance Plans, ensuring successful coordination of interfaces and handover.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee commissioning activities across multiple projects and disciplines.
• Witness, review, and approve FAT and SAT tests and ensure requirements are met.
• Provide technical support during installation, testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Manage life-time quality records, handover certificates, and commissioning documentation.
• Support operational readiness and transfer of assets to Operations and Maintenance teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Independent working

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Urenco is seeking a Senior Project Engineer (Acceptance & Commissioning Lead) at Capenhurst to manage commissioning across projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and maintaining quality while fostering strong client relationships.

You will lead commissioning plans, FAT/SAT activities, and handover documentation, work across multi-disciplinary teams, and support operational readiness with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.