Commissioning Engineer

Meritus Talent
St150Aa, ST15 0AA, United Kingdom
Last week
Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Flexible
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
20 May 2026 (Last week)

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays 6.5% matched pension Private medical insurance Flexible / hybrid working options

MERITUS are recruiting for a Commissioning Engineer to join our client supporting the delivery of electrical automation and control systems projects across the Energy and Power Generation sectors.

COMMISSIONING ENGINEER - £NEG (ENQUIRE FOR DETAILS) - STONE / CLIENT SITES - SECTOR: ENERGY / POWER GENERATION

  • Conduct Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and commissioning activities in accordance with approved engineering documentation.
  • Support and execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities for electrical automation and control systems.
  • Provide technical supervision and support for installation activities across client sites.
  • Deploy and configure SCADA, RTU, PLC, IED, and industrial networking systems, ensuring successful operation and integration.
  • Carry out electrical and electronic fault-finding activities, ensuring issues are accurately documented and resolved.
  • Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams to support commissioning and troubleshooting activities.
  • Support projects ranging from small system modifications through to full control system replacements across critical infrastructure environments.

Skillset / experience required:

Essential:

  • Qualification or demonstrable experience within an Electrical Engineering discipline.
  • Strong experience in commissioning methodologies, system testing, and fault diagnosis.
  • Proven background in electrical and electronic fault-finding within industrial environments.
  • Understanding of industrial communication networks and protocols including Ethernet, fibre, and serial communications.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
  • BS767118th Edition qualification.
  • C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification.

Desirable:

  • Previous experience within the Energy, Utilities, Water, Renewables, or Manufacturing sectors.
  • Experience working with SCADA, PLC, RTU, and protection systems.
  • Knowledge of industrial automation and control systems integration.
  • Experience supporting commissioning activities across multiple UK client sites.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively on-site.

Benefits:

  • £Neg (Enquire for details)
  • 28 days holiday + bank holidays
  • 6.5% matched pension
  • Private medical insurance
  • Flexible / hybrid working options

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking systems integration consultancy delivering innovative infrastructure projects across the Energy sector. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge automation, control, and SCADA technologies, alongside long-term career development opportunities and involvement in major UK infrastructure programmes.

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