Fawkes & Reece
commissioning engineer
Bristol BS2 8EG
Key information
- Pay
- £550 to £650 a day
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted date
- 23 Oct 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Nov 2026
About this role
About the role of
Commissioning Engineer
As the Commissioning Engineer you will be responsible for carrying out commissioning activities on engineering projects across the UK water sector. The role ensures that mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation systems are safely tested, commissioned, and handed over in accordance with design intent, client requirements, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities as Commissioning Engineer
- Commissioning Delivery
- Safety, Health, Environmental & Compliance
- Stake Holder Communication
- Documentation & Handover
- Key / Internal Interfaces
- External Interfaces
Key
Experience as a Commissioning Engineer
- Proven hands-on commissioning experience in water and/or energy sectors
- Experience with mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems (MEICA)
- Execution of pre-commissioning, start-up, functional testing, and performance testing
- Experience supporting system start-up, fault finding, and defect rectification
- Experience commissioning PLC, SCADA, and automation-heavy systems
- Proven experience in water sector projects
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance and inspections (EA, DWI, HSE)
Key Requirements for this
Commissioning Engineer position
- NVQ Level 3, HNC or HND+ in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- ECS/CSCS
- COMPEX, or similar technical qualifications.
What to do next
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