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Field Commissioning Engineer

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2 months ago
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To support their next ambitious and exciting phase of project delivery, our client is seeking an inquisitive and curious Field Commissioning Engineer to join the team.
The successful candidate will play a supporting role in the design, build, test, and ongoing support of automated electromechanical systems and subsystems. They will have hands-on skills to build and test designs as required, alongside advanced diagnostic and commissioning skills.
This role will involve liaising with internal and external stakeholders across Workshop, Software, and Service/Support functions to solve problems to the highest standard.
As a Commissioning Engineer, teamwork and communication will be essential. You will collaborate cross-departmentally to deliver technical projects, proactively sharing your skills and experience to provide feedback on areas of concern and suggestions for improvement. The ultimate goal is to accurately build and test electrical systems, ensure they are safe for use, and document processes effectively.
You will be an independent thinker who can identify the root causes of electrical and mechanical faults and implement solutions accordingly. In addition, you must be willing to travel for the installation of robotic automation systems at client sites.
As this role involves visits to client sites across several sectors, including defence, the successful candidate must be a British Citizen and able to obtain security clearance up to Developed Vetting (DV) level.
About Our Client
Our client is recruiting a Commissioning Engineer to join their growing team, working with a wide array of technologies and tools to solve engineering problems in the field of robotics and industrial automation.
They are an industrial automation specialist with many years of experience delivering state-of-the-art solutions to household name companies. With a world-leading reputation for solving difficult industrial problems, they specialise in robotics and the aerospace sector.
About You

Qualified to HNC in an electrical-focused course, or electrical apprentice trained, or equivalent level of experience
Strong ability to communicate at a high technical level, in both written and verbal English
Confident in reading and understanding technical electrical/mechanical drawings
Willingness, interest, and ability to rapidly learn new technology
Skilled at identifying root causes of electrical faults, using good working practices and industry-standard equipment
Working knowledge and appreciation of health and safety requirements
Full UK driving licence
Willing and able to travel to customer sites
Ability to obtain vetted security clearance/DBS checksWhat's on Offer

Competitive salary (based on experience)
Flexible working environment
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Occupational sick pay
Company pension
Free parking
Cycle to work scheme
Holiday buy/sell scheme
Friendly and supportive work environmentHow to Apply
To apply for the role of Commissioning Engineer, please submit your CV.
Email - (url removed) or Freddie Southall on (phone number removed)

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