We are seeking an experienced Senior/Principal Electrical (EC&I) Commissioning Engineer to support a major defence project at a secure, highly regulated site near Reading. This is a senior, site-based role requiring a high level of technical expertise, leadership, and experience in commissioning, testing, and assurance of electrical and control systems within safety‑critical environments.
Role: Senior/Principal Electrical (EC&I) Commissioning Engineer
Location: Reading (site-based)
Rate: £55-£70 per hour Inside IR35 (Based on year's experience)
Employment Type: Contract 12 Months
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and oversee the commissioning, testing, and validation of electrical and EC&I systems on a complex defence project and provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior commissioning engineers and site teams.
* Develop, review, and approve commissioning strategies, test procedures, and method statements, alongside supervising 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 and review high‑quality technical reports, test records, and handover documentation and lead technical reviews, progress meetings, and commissioning coordination sessions.
* Support the resolution of technical issues, non‑conformances, and commissioning shortfalls while acting as a key technical interface between commissioning, design, construction, and safety teams.
Essential Experience & Skills
* Proven experience in a Senior or Principal Electrical / EC&I Commissioning Engineer role within a highly regulated industry (defence, nuclear, petrochemical, utilities, or similar).
* BEng/MEng in Electrical Engineering.
* Strong technical knowledge of electrical and control system commissioning processes, standards, and best practice.
* Demonstrable experience leading commissioning activities on complex projects.
* 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)
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