Commissioning Engineer

Commissioning Engineer Location Site-based role with travel to customer sites across the UK and potentially internationally as required. Job Summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join a growing industrial engineering business delivering complex machinery and automation projects. This role is ideal for a strong electrically biased engineer with proven experience in PLC fault finding, commissioning and industrial automation systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, commissioning and supporting a wide range of industrial machinery and systems on customer sites. Typical equipment may include conveyors, packaging machinery, automated production lines, process equipment, motors, drives, sensors, safety circuits and PLC-controlled systems. This is a site-based role and does not require regular travel to a central office location. Key Responsibilities for Commissioning Engineer * Carry out installation and commissioning of industrial machinery and automation systems. * Ensure all equipment is installed, tested and commissioned to the highest standards. * Work closely with customers to ensure systems meet technical and operational requirements. * Diagnose and fault-find on electrical, control and PLC systems. * Commission machinery including motors, drives, sensors, control panels and safety circuits. * Support commissioning of PLC-controlled systems, including Siemens, Allen Bradley, Rockwell or similar platforms. * Carry out fault finding on industrial communication networks, drives and associated equipment where required. * Create commissioning reports, technical documentation and completion records. * Manage commissioning activities in line with project schedules and deadlines. * Liaise with project management, design, production and service teams. * Support customers during testing, handover and post-installation activities. Candidate Requirements Qualifications * Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics qualification, or equivalent engineering background. * Electrical qualifications highly desirable. Experience * Proven experience as a Commissioning Engineer within industrial or manufacturing environments. * Strong electrical background with the ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics. * Strong PLC fault-finding experience. * Experience with Siemens, Allen Bradley, Rockwell or similar PLC platforms. * Knowledge of motors, inverters, drives, sensors, relays, contactors and safety circuits. * Experience commissioning industrial machinery, automated systems or process equipment. * Understanding of industrial communication networks and automation systems advantageous. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Excellent communication and customer-facing skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team. * Strong organisational and project management skills. Additional Information * Site-based role with travel to customer locations. * Opportunity to work on a wide range of industrial and automated machinery. * Strong opportunities for career development and progression