Senior Water Systems Commissioning Engineer (Lead)

Eric Wright; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced annual leave

Paid family leave

Learning & development

Pension

BUPA option

Income protection

Health plans

Employee assistance program

Mental health Thrive app

Savings scheme

Recognition awards

Onsite gym

Company doctor

Wellbeing strategy

Enhanced benefits

Job summary

Eric Wright Group is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to deliver vital water infrastructure projects across the Yorkshire and Severn Trent regions. You will oversee commissioning and installation of treatment and control systems while guiding a skilled team to meet safety, schedule and budget targets.

The role requires strong leadership, M&E contracting and water industry experience, plus an engineering qualification. A customer-focused, collaborative approach is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in commissioning, M&E contracting or the water industry.
• A relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND, NVQ, Degree or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation, process systems, automation controls and commissioning activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning of water-related instrumentation, control systems and plant equipment.
• Support the preparation of tenders, quotations and technical documentation.
• Manage project delivery, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, within budget and to client expectations.
• Develop and manage project schedules, resources and commissioning programmes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing exceptional customer service throughout project delivery.
• Oversee installation, manufacture supervision and commissioning activities across multiple projects.
• Lead, mentor and support engineers, site teams and subcontractors to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Produce commissioning documentation, test records and technical reports.
• Collaborate with senior management to support business objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Commissioning

M&E contracting

Water industry

Leadership

Project scheduling

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering qualification (HNC/HND, NVQ, Degree)

Job description

Eric Wright Group is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to deliver vital water infrastructure projects across the Yorkshire and Severn Trent regions. You will oversee commissioning and installation of treatment and control systems while guiding a skilled team to meet safety, schedule and budget targets.

The role requires strong leadership, M&E contracting and water industry experience, plus an engineering qualification. A customer-focused, collaborative approach is essential for success.