SCADA Commissioning Engineer

Proactive Global; Polska; On-site; PLN 284,000 - 447,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking a SCADA Commissioning Engineer for freelance assignments across Europe. You will install, commission, test, and troubleshoot SCADA and control systems at multiple project sites with up to 90% travel.

The role requires hands-on, structured work and strong communication to coordinate with international teams. The ideal candidate has experience in SCADA, automation, and systems integration, can travel extensively, and communicates effectively in English.

Qualifications

• Experience in SCADA, automation, control systems, or commissioning.
• Understanding of industrial control systems and system integration.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Structured, proactive, and engaged approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Commission, test, and troubleshoot SCADA and control systems.
• Support system integration and functional testing.
• Identify and resolve technical issues during commissioning.
• Collaborate with engineers, project teams, and other stakeholders.
• Document commissioning activities and report progress.
• Follow project schedules, technical requirements, and safety procedures.
• Travel extensively across Europe to support on-site projects.

Skills

SCADA

Automation

Control systems

Troubleshooting

Communication

English

Independent work

Job description

SCADA Commissioning Engineer (Freelance)

Location: Various project sites across Europe
Type of employment: Contract/Freelance, 1 year+ with possible extension
Working pattern: On-site, with up to 90% travel across Europe

We are looking for a SCADA Commissioning Engineer to support the installation, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of SCADA and control systems across multiple project sites in Europe.

The role requires a hands-on, proactive engineer with a structured approach to work, strong communication skills, and a high level of engagement. You will collaborate with technical teams and project stakeholders to ensure commissioning activities are completed efficiently and to the required standards.

Responsibilities

• Commission, test, and troubleshoot SCADA and control systems

• Support system integration and functional testing

• Identify and resolve technical issues during commissioning

• Collaborate with engineers, project teams, and other stakeholders

• Document commissioning activities and report progress

• Follow project schedules, technical requirements, and safety procedures

• Travel extensively across Europe to support on-site projects

Qualifications

• Experience in SCADA, automation, control systems, or commissioning

• Understanding of industrial control systems and system integration

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Structured, proactive, and engaged approach to work

• Ability to work independently and as part of an international team

• Willingness to travel up to 90% of the time across Europe

• Good command of English, both written and spoken

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing, and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity, and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

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Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.