Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Water Sector Location: Guildford Contract Duration: 6 months+, with potential for extension Rate: Up to £600 LTD per day Start Date: ASAP You will work as an Electrical Commissioning Engineer on a major water and wastewater infrastructure project in the Guildford area, supporting a leading Tier 1 contractor within the water sector. You will be responsible for the inspection, testing, commissioning, and handover of electrical equipment, instrumentation, and associated control systems. You will work closely with commissioning managers, site engineers, systems engineers, instrumentation specialists, subcontractors, and client representatives to ensure all commissioning activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and contractual requirements. Roles and Responsibilities You will ensure compliance with company procedures, work instructions, quality assurance processes, health and safety regulations, and environmental management requirements. You will carry out the timely testing, pre commissioning, and commissioning of electrical equipment and instrumentation across water and wastewater treatment facilities. You will commission electrical systems associated with pumps, motors, motor control centres (MCCs), control panels, variable speed drives (VSDs), and associated plant equipment. You will undertake electrical inspections, testing, fault-finding, and verification to ensure installations meet design specifications and relevant standards. You will test and verify instrumentation, including flow, pressure, level, and other process measurement devices. You will work alongside Systems Engineers to check process control software, PLC/SCADA interfaces, control logic, alarms, interlocks, and operational sequences. You will undertake Authorised Person (AP) duties where appropriately qualified and formally appointed, including preparing, issuing, and controlling permits in accordance with site procedures. You will inspect completed installations and support client acceptance inspections to ensure compliance with technical and contractual requirements. You will prepare electrical and instrumentation snagging lists and ensure all identified defects are rectified and satisfactorily closed out. You will undertake electrical acceptance testing, functional testing, and takeover demonstrations ahead of operational handover. You will prepare, review, and complete commissioning documentation, including test sheets, inspection records, commissioning reports, and handover packs. You will ensure all commissioning records and technical documentation are completed accurately and accepted by the client. You will mark up electrical drawings to reflect site modifications and assist in producing accurate as-built drawings. You will coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams to resolve technical issues, maintain commissioning programmes, and achieve project milestones. You will maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, quality, and environmental compliance throughout all commissioning activities. Essential Qualifications and Experience An industry recognised electrical qualification at BTEC Level 3, City
Electrical Commissioning Engineer in Surrey employer: Carrington West
Join a leading rail and civil engineering contractor that values your expertise and offers a supportive work environment. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to be mentored into the CRE C designation while enjoying competitive benefits such as hybrid working, private healthcare, and generous annual leave. Located in Kent or London, this role provides a unique chance to work on impactful projects across the region, making it an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
