Job Description:

Commissioning Engineer

Location: Wolverhampton

Salary: Negotiable Depending on Experience

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to take ownership of commissioning activities across the full lifecycle of complex with bespoke engineering projects.

This is a key role responsible for developing and delivering commissioning strategies, leading testing activities, and acting as the commissioning authority across multidisciplinary teams. You will play a critical part in ensuring engineered solutions are tested, verified, and delivered safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with project and regulatory requirements.

The Role

As Commissioning Engineer, you will:

• Develop and implement commissioning strategies for bespoke engineering projects.
• Produce comprehensive test and commissioning documentation, including:
• Pressure and proof load testing
• Control panel inspections
• Setting-to-work documentation
• Safe systems of work
• Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
• Site Acceptance Tests (SAT)
• Manage handovers between Manufacturing and Commissioning functions.
• Lead and execute FAT and SAT activities, ensuring risk assessments, test equipment, and temporary commissioning aids are in place.
• Identify and report non-conformities, supporting structured resolution processes.
• Ensure commissioning activities are delivered safely, on time, and in line with project scope.
• Support tendering activities by estimating commissioning scope, hours, and deliverables.
• Coordinate and motivate commissioning and test engineers to achieve project objectives.

What We’re Looking For:

You will bring strong technical credibility combined with practical commissioning leadership experience.

Essential:

• HNC (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline or higher qualification.
• Extensive hands-on engineering experience.
• Experience leading or managing commissioning teams.
• Broad knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Understanding of relevant British and European Standards (e.g. BS7671).
• Strong problem-solving ability and adaptability in dynamic project environments.

You will also demonstrate:

• A strong safety-first mindset.
• Clear communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to plan, prioritise and deliver against demanding timelines.
• Professional integrity and accountability.

Why Join?

• Work on highly technical, bespoke engineering projects within a regulated industry.
• Play a pivotal role in ensuring quality, safety, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Influence commissioning strategy from tender stage through to final delivery.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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