Job Title: Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical Bias) Location: Aintree (first project), Ellesmere Port (second project) Contract Type: Outside IR35 Duration: 6 months initially (likely extension through to end of 2026) Rate: £40-£50 per hour Working Arrangement: Fully Onsite We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer with a strong mechanical background to support major capital projects in the food & beverage sector. This role will focus on commissioning activities for large-scale mechanical systems, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient handover into operations. Key Responsibilities: Lead and deliver commissioning activities on-site for large-scale mechanical systems within food & beverage environments. Apply mechanical expertise to troubleshoot, optimise, and validate equipment during commissioning. Ensure compliance with ATEX directives and hazardous area standards throughout commissioning. Commission and validate bulk material handling systems including conveyors and silos. Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and vendors to meet project timelines and quality requirements. Produce technical reports, commissioning records, and handover documentation. Provide practical, hands-on engineering support throughout the project lifecycle. Key Requirements: Extensive experience as a Commissioning Engineer with a mechanical bias. Proven track record on large-scale/capital projects in the food & beverage industry (food processing/manufacturing strongly preferred). Hands-on experience with ATEX projects and hazardous area commissioning. Strong knowledge of conveying systems, silos, and bulk material handling equipment. Ability to interpret and work from P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and technical documents. Excellent problem-solving, stakeholder management, and communication skills. Ability to work fully onsite at client locations