We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer with EC&I / Electrical experience to support a major defence project at a secure, highly regulated site near Reading. This is a mid level role; site-based, requiring a high level of technical expertise, and experience in commissioning, testing, and assurance of electrical and control systems within safety-critical environments.
Role: Commissioning Engineer - EC&I bias
Location: Reading (site-based)
Salary: £46,000 to £65,000 (Based on year's experience)
Key Responsibilities
·Support projects with commissioning, testing, and validation of electrical and EC&I systems on a complex defence project and on occasion provide mentorship to junior commissioning engineers and site teams.
·Develop and support with commissioning strategies, test procedures, and method statements, alongside performing functional testing, fault finding, and troubleshooting of complex electrical and control systems.
·Ensure all commissioning activities comply with project requirements, CDM regulations, and site safety procedures.
·Produce when required technical reports, test records, and handover documentation and lead technical reviews, progress meetings, and commissioning coordination sessions.
Essential Experience & Skills
·Proven experience as a EC&I Commissioning Engineer role within a highly regulated industry (defence, nuclear, petrochemical, utilities, or similar)
·Strong technical knowledge of electrical and control system commissioning processes, standards, and best practice
·In-depth understanding of CDM regulations and formal permit-to-work systems
·Ability to interpret and challenge electrical designs, schematics, and control system documentation
·Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capability on complex systems
Please note that this role requires Security Clearance, if clearance is not held, this role will not be suitable for you!
If you are qualified and interested, please apply or email: (url removed)