Commissioning Engineer – Lighting Control Systems (Field-Based)
Field-based, on-site
£43,000 to £45,000 p.a.doe
35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
One Saturday per month, with occasional out-of-hours work as required
Benefits:
* 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
* Healthcare plan, life insurance and pension fund
* Comprehensive training and development opportunities
* Career progression within technical project delivery and commissioning
Role Overview
* Exciting opportunity for a Commissioning Engineer to work on the delivery, configuration, and support of intelligent lighting control systems
* Hands-on role involving on-site commissioning, client training, and technical support across commercial and industrial projects
* Responsible for ensuring systems are installed, tested, and handed over to a high operational standard
* Involves preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive troubleshooting, and system upgrades
Key Responsibilities
* On-Site Commissioning & Support
* Deliver full end-to-end commissioning of lighting control systems, including testing and client sign-off
* Provide in-person training for clients and internal commissioning engineers
* Perform headend installations, IP network configuration, and system diagnostics
* Carry out routine preventative maintenance (PPM) and fault-finding
* Offer expert technical advice and responsive aftercare support to end users
* Documentation & Reporting
* Submit daily Site Attendance Reports (SARs) and snag reports
* Conduct on-site and remote health checks, generating detailed reports
* Regularly back up and update system databases to shared servers
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date site-specific documentation
* Health & Safety & Compliance
* Maintain valid ECS / CSCS card for site access
* Complete ongoing H&S training including “Flick” modules
* Uphold all safety procedures while working independently on client premises
* Continuous Learning & Communication
* Stay updated with new lighting technologies and system changes
* Identify upgrade or remedial opportunities and report findings to key account managers
* Collaborate with commissioning supervisors and sales for project coordination
* Provide feedback to improve products, services and commissioning processes
Essential Skills & Experience
* Experience in lighting control commissioning, testing and technical handover
* Strong understanding of DALI protocols, relay circuits, and lighting integration
* Skilled in IP network configuration (routers, gateways, user interfaces)
* Comfortable with fault diagnosis, headend installation, and reactive support
* Previous experience delivering client training and creating technical reports
* Familiar with product lifecycle support, including RMA processing and system optimisation
Qualifications & Certifications
* 18th Edition electrician qualification (preferred)
* Valid ECS / CSCS card for site access (essential)
* Formal training or background in electrical systems or lighting technology
* Understanding of system documentation, database backups and compliance
Personal Attributes
* Physically capable: must lift and carry up to 10kg, commute daily, and stand for extended periods
* Analytical, methodical, and detail-focused when testing and reporting
* Excellent communicator – confident when liaising with clients, contractors and internal teams
* Able to work independently while also collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
* Flexible and proactive, with a willingness to occasionally work outside core hours
This is an ideal role for an experienced Commissioning Engineer or Electrical Systems Engineer looking to work in a dynamic, field-based role focused on lighting control systems, smart buildings, and networked installations.Candidates with experience in DALI commissioning, PPM, and IP-based system integration will excel.
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