Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Electrical Commissioning Engineer – Birmingham – Permanent – circa £50,000 salary plus benefits

An opportunity has arisen to join an industry leader in UK’s Building Services sector as their Midlands based Electrical Commissioning Engineer.

This permanent role will commence from May 2024, although it is also open to candidates who may need to give notice to their current employer and start a little later.

Our client develop and deliver a wide range of offsite-prefabricated, innovative, and sustainable building service solutions throughout the UK & Europe. They also offer turnkey design, build, and operational solutions for commercial energy centres and large-scale district heating plant schemes. They are also now one of the leading manufacturers in the delivery of De-Carbonisation projects.

Job Overview:

As an Electrical Commissioning Engineer, you will be responsible for the pre-commissioning & commissioning of electrical systems & plant including the witnessing and interrogation of Building Management Systems (BMS) in various projects throughout the UK. This role involves on site commissioning and testing of commercial electrical systems to ensure they meet project specifications and industry standards. You will collaborate closely with other engineering teams, contractors, and project stakeholders to achieve successful integration and optimal performance of electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal Commissioning Manager and design teams to understand project requirements and electrical system specifications.
• Conduct thorough testing of electrical components and systems to identify and rectify any issues.
• Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions, ensuring prompt resolution to maintain project timelines.
• Perform inspections to verify that electrical systems comply with regulatory standards, codes, and project specifications.
• Generate detailed commissioning reports documenting procedures, test results, and any modifications made.
• Maintain accurate records of electrical system configurations, changes, and as-built documentation.
• Liaise with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, project managers, and contractors, to address interdisciplinary issues.
• Deliver training programs for operations and maintenance staff on the newly commissioned electrical systems.
• Facilitate the handover process, ensuring a smooth transition from commissioning to operational phase.

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ Electrical Installation or equivalent
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations Certification

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Familiarity with electrical design software.
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems.
• Certification in Commissioning Process Management.
• BMS Manufacturer Training with one the following -Trend / Tridium / Satchwell / Schnieder
• Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) membership
• Proven experience in commissioning electrical systems in diverse projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration and reporting.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced project environment.

Remuneration:

This position offers a competitive salary and is largely dependent on experience so candidate led, however it is expected that basic salary range would be circa £50,000 per year with additional company benefits. These include full in-house training and career development path, competitive pension scheme, Life assurance scheme, Free annual health check during working hours, 30 days annual leave increasing in line with length of service and company social events.

Application:

In order to apply for this position, which is available from May 2024 onwards, please upload your CV in the first instance and you will be contacted should your experience meet the criteria outlined above.