Service and Commissioning Engineer - Mechanical bias

ZipRecruiter; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform is seeking a Commissioning Engineer with a mechanical bias to lead commissioning activities for large-scale mechanical systems. The role requires expertise in the food and beverage industry, specifically with ATEX projects and bulk material handling systems. Candidates must have proven experience and excellent problem-solving skills. This is a fully onsite position in the UK with a competitive rate.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Commissioning Engineer with a mechanical bias.
• Proven track record on large-scale/capital projects in the food & beverage industry.
• Hands-on experience with ATEX projects and hazardous area commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver commissioning activities on-site for large-scale mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot, optimise, and validate equipment during commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with ATEX directives and hazardous area standards.

Skills

Commissioning

Mechanical expertise

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical Bias)

Location: Aintree (first project), Ellesmere Port (second project)

Contract Type: Outside IR35

Duration: 6 months initially (likely extension through to end of 2026)

Rate: £40-£50 per hour

Working Arrangement: Fully Onsite

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver commissioning activities on-site for large-scale mechanical systems within food & beverage environments.
• Apply mechanical expertise to troubleshoot, optimise, and validate equipment during commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with ATEX directives and hazardous area standards throughout commissioning.
• Commission and validate bulk material handling systems including conveyors and silos.
• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and vendors to meet project timelines and quality requirements.
• Produce technical reports, commissioning records, and handover documentation.
• Provide practical, hands-on engineering support throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Commissioning Engineer with a mechanical bias.
• Proven track record on large-scale/capital projects in the food & beverage industry (food processing/manufacturing strongly).
• Hands-on experience with ATEX projects and hazardous area commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of conveying systems, silos, and bulk material handling equipment.
• Ability to interpret and work from P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and technical documents.
• Excellent problem-solving, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work fully onsite at client locations.