Test and Commissioning Engineer

CMS2

Portsmouth

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Company Profit Share Scheme

Generous Holiday Allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

24 Hour access to GP and Mental Health

Job summary

CMS2 is seeking a hands-on Test and Commissioning Engineer to bring our air purification systems to life. You will perform testing, commissioning, and performance validation, both on-site in Portsmouth and at customer locations as required.

The role requires strong electrical/mechanical skills, adherence to safety and quality procedures, and the ability to work with engineering staff to develop and improve equipment. Travel to MoD and customer sites may be necessary.

Qualifications

Essential: engineering NVQ/HNC or equivalent
Essential: apprenticeship in engineering field
Essential: previous test & commissioning experience in a regulated industry
Essential: strong health and safety commitment (IOSH Working Safely)
Essential: ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specs, procedures
Essential: good hands-on electrical and mechanical skills
Essential: able to work as part of a team and handle pressure
Desirable: HND/degree in engineering
Desirable: defence or shipbuilding/naval industry experience
Desirable: familiarity with NPI/NPD and safety standards

Responsibilities

Set up, configure, test, commission and maintain complex process equipment
Perform hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure tests
Electrical testing and functional validation of equipment
Conduct pre-commissioning checks and on-site demonstrations
Investigate faults and work with engineers to resolve issues
Record test results and provide feedback to design/maintenance teams
Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environment and Quality requirements
Travel to MoD sites and customer sites as needed

Skills

Engineering NVQ/HNC

Engineering apprenticeship

Test & commissioning experience

Health & safety

IOSH Working Safely

Reading engineering drawings

Electrical & mechanical hands-on

Team player

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

NVQ/HNC in engineering

HND/Degree in engineering

Job description

Test and Commissioning Engineer

Department: Test & Commissioning

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Portsmouth

Description

Are you a hands-on engineer who enjoys seeing technology come to life?

As a Test & Commissioning Engineer, you'll play a key role in bringing CMS2's innovative air purification systems to life, carrying out testing and commissioning activities to ensure equipment performs to the highest standards and complies with company procedures, customer requirements, and relevant regulations.

Key Responsibilities will include

Set-up, configure, test, commission and maintain complex process equipment

Low- and high-pressure testing

Electrical testing

Perform pre-commissioning checks, functional testing, and performance validation of equipment in Portsmouth and on site if required.

Able to use basic test equipment such as, Multimeter, Loop calibrators , oscilloscope.

Perform hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure tests on mechanical components, piping systems, and plant assemblies in accordance with engineering specifications and safety regulations.

Carry out, flash testing, IR testing, earth bonding, point to point checks

Carrying out activities in line with the company's test procedures.

Investigating mechanical and electronic problems, diagnosing/repairing faults.

Work with engineering and technical staff to develop new and existing equipment.

Ensure documentation and test results are recorded as required.

Feedback design and maintenance issues to appropriate personnel.

Run system demonstrations with customers.

To control and maintain professional standards within the test areas.

To record and analyse data being captured within the test environment.

Ensure Health, Safety, Environment and Quality requirements are adhered to at all times

To maintain professional standards within the shop floor / test bay areas.

General activities:

Carry out any other ad-hoc duties as required to support the needs of the business.

Provide a professional backup service for colleagues during peak times or during absence.

Follow company procedures, standards and regulatory requirements.

Maintain continuous professional development to ensure knowledge is up to date.

Act as an ambassador for the company in all interactions with customers and the public

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

NVQ/HNC qualification in engineering

Apprenticeship in relevant engineering field

Previous test & commissioning experience in a highly regulated industry (process engineering)

Strong commitment to health and safety, environment and quality

IOSH Working Safely

Ability to read and interpret documents such as process engineering drawings, specifications and procedures

Good hands on electrical / mechanical skills

Pragmatic approach to tasks

Must be able to work efficiently as part of a team and to work under pressure in a challenging environment

Excellent attention to detail

Flexibility, enthusiasm, self-motivated and able to work well under own initiative

Desirable:

HND/Degree qualified in engineering

Previous experience within a manufacturing and defence environment

Shipbuilding / Ship Repair background within the MOD / Naval Industry

Familiar with NPI / NPD

Experience of air purification equipment on-board submarines highly desirable

Able to forge strong working relationships both internally and externally

IOSH Managing Safely

5S / LEAN continuous improvement

Some travel to MoD sites in the UK and customer sites overseas may occasionally be required.

Other requirements:

Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK

Candidates must have passed UK security clearance to Security Check level or be able to obtain this level. To gain SC clearance you will normally have had to have been a resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years.

Candidates must be able to obtain a basic security check which will normally require you to have been resident in the UK for at least 3 years.

Benefits

At CMS2 we believe in rewarding our people and supporting their wellbeing. Alongside our competitive salaries we offer a comprehensive benefits package including, Company Profit Share Scheme, Generous Holiday Allowance, Employee Assistance Programme, 24 Hour access to GP and Mental Health support along with access to hundreds of high street discounts and more. As a business our people are our biggest asset, and we aim to nurture and develop our staff to achieve their full potential.