Commissioning Engineer

Hernshead Recruitment Ltd

Dagenham, London, RM10 8PE, United Kingdom

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£44 – £46 ph

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£44 – £46 ph

Job Type: Permanent
Work Pattern: Full-time
Work Location: On-site
Seniority: Mid
Education: Degree
Posted: 15 May 2026 (Today)

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£44 – £46 ph

Job Type: Permanent
Work Pattern: Full-time
Work Location: On-site
Seniority: Mid
Education: Degree
Posted: 15 May 2026 (Today)

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About this Position

Are you an experienced and passionate PLC Commissioning Engineer with a background in automated machinery within the Automotive Industry? We are recruiting for a skilled engineer to join the commissioning team on-site at Ford’s Dagenham plant. This role is focused on supporting the delivery of key automation upgrades and installations, with a strong emphasis on adherence to Ford FAST Standards.

Key Responsibilities

* Commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting PLC (Siemens) software on automated production lines.

* Working directly within the Ford Dagenham automotive plant, supporting the launch of automation systems.

* Ensuring all software and commissioning work aligns with Ford’s FAST Standards.

* Collaborating with on-site teams to deliver smooth integration and ramp-up of production equipment.

* Supporting electrical and controls debugging during the commissioning phase.

Experience Required

* Previous experience working within the Automotive industry or Industrial Automation sector.

* Strong working knowledge of Siemens S7-300/S7/400

* Proven experience in commissioning PLC software in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

* Hands-on, proactive approach with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

* Able to work independently on-site, under time pressure, and to high safety and quality standards

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