commissioning engineer

Bristol · £550 – £650/day · Temporary · Posted 23 October 2026

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…

Pay rate £550 – £650/day
Job type Temporary
Location Bristol
Posted 23 October 2026

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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.

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