Commissioning Engineer - Water & Wastewater

Commissioning Engineer - Water & Wastewater

Location: Bury, Greater Manchester
Contract: 12-month rolling contract
IR35: Outside IR35
Working pattern: Hybrid, 3 days per week in the Bury office, with site attendance as required
Rate: Up to £600 per day (DOE)

We are looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support the delivery and commissioning of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

This is a long-term contract opportunity, structured as a 12-month rolling engagement and advertised as outside IR35, offering continuity of work alongside a hybrid working arrangement in Bury.

Responsibilities

Develop commissioning plans, programmes and associated documentation.
Review engineering designs to ensure assets can be commissioned effectively.
Coordinate commissioning activities with Project Managers, Designers, Contractors and site teams.
Inspect installations against design specifications.
Undertake pre-commissioning checks and functional testing.
Test mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation systems.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues arising during commissioning.
Manage performance and process testing to demonstrate compliance with client requirements.
Produce commissioning documentation, test records and handover packs.
Support operational teams during system start-up and training where required.
Ensure commissioning activities are undertaken safely and in accordance with applicable procedures and regulations.

Experience required

Commissioning experience across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and control systems.
Previous experience within water, wastewater, utilities, industrial or infrastructure projects.
Good knowledge of pumps, pipework, valves, treatment processes and associated plant.
Demonstrable fault-finding and troubleshooting capability.
Understanding of CDM Regulations and safe systems of work.
Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.This would suit an experienced water-sector Commissioning Engineer looking for a long-term contract with a combination of office-based engineering and project/site commissioning.

To discuss the contract in confidence, apply or contact Leon Smith, Murray McIntosh