EC&I Commissioning Engineer

Job Description

Senior Commissioning Engineer - Up to £65/hr (Outside IR35)\n\n On-Site | AWE, Berkshire\n Full-Time\n SC Clearance Required\n\nWe are seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to join a critical defence infrastructure project at AWE. This is a contract role paying up to £65 per hour, outside IR35, working full-time on site. You will play a key role in electrical commissioning activities, working closely with construction and commissioning management teams to ensure delivery to the highest standards.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nCommissioning of electrical systems, including PLC control systems, HMI, and SCADA (Siemens S7 - TIA).\n\nHands-on loop testing, fault finding, and modifications within electrical control panels.\n\nPerform electrical testing, instrument calibration and setup (e.g.

pressure transducers, flow meters, pneumatics).\n\nSupervision of on-site electrical installations aligned to design specs and client requirements.\n\nExecute leak testing (Parjo, pressure drop) and load testing.\n\nWork collaboratively with multiple trades during installation and commissioning phases.\n\nEnsure all project deliverables and quality standards are met or exceeded.\n\nCompile and maintain Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and as-built documentation.\n\nConduct training sessions on newly commissioned or modified plant/equipment.\n\nEssential Requirements\n\nMinimum 5 years' hands-on commissioning experience, including electrical and control systems.\n\nStrong understanding of process controls and instrumentation.\n\nExperience working on Siemens S7 - TIA systems.\n\nComfortable working in high-integrity environments with rigorous standards.\n\nQualifications\n\nSC Clearance (minimum)\n\nApprenticeship in Engineering or equivalent industry experience\n\nCity & Guilds 2391-52 - Inspection and Testing\n\nCity & Guilds 2382-22 - 18th Edition Wiring Regulations\n\nCSCS Professional / ECS Electrical\n\nSMSTS (Desirable)\n\nFirst Aid at Work (3 day)\n\nOn-Site Training Provided\n\nTest Team Leader (TTL)\n\nAppointed Person (Commissioning) - NP(C)\n\nElectrical Safety Training\n\n Apply now to join a high-performing team working on a nationally significant project with excellent rates and long-term opportunity