We are working with an established automation and engineering business seeking a Controls Commissioning Engineer to join its dedicated team, supporting the transition of bespoke automated equipment from build through to customer inspection, commissioning and sign-off.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a background in automation, electrical engineering or controls to work on a variety of bespoke machinery and systems. You'll play a key role in ensuring equipment operates safely, efficiently and in line with customer requirements, resolving technical challenges and helping deliver successful projects.
The role will involve a combination of workshop-based commissioning, technical troubleshooting and occasional travel to customer sites in the UK and overseas.
Key Responsibilities
- Programme, modify and commission control systems using PLCs, servo drives, robots and other specialist controllers.
- Troubleshoot and adjust electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and control systems.
- Carry out fault-finding and operational assessments on individual components and complex automated machinery.
- Modify electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and software systems to improve performance and reliability.
- Conduct structured testing to establish system capabilities, identify limitations and verify performance.
- Record test results accurately and maintain clear documentation of all system modifications.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and communicate recommendations to the wider engineering team.
- Provide proactive technical feedback to support project progress and successful delivery.
- Participate in internal design reviews and collaborate with colleagues across engineering and project teams.
- Attend customer premises when required to support installation, commissioning and final sign-off.
Skills & Experience
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- Experience programming and commissioning PLCs and HMIs, using platforms such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, Festo or Codesys.
- Knowledge of servo drives, variable frequency drives (VFDs), remote I/O, Ethernet and Profinet networks.
- An electrical, mechanical or pneumatic engineering background within an automation or machinery environment.
- The ability to interpret electrical and pneumatic schematics and engineering drawings.
- Experience with industrial robotics, ideally including six-axis robot systems.
- Strong fault-finding, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work independently, interpret technical briefs and use initiative to overcome challenges.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and customers.
- A methodical approach to testing, documentation and working safely.
- Relevant vocational training, an engineering qualification or a recognised apprenticeship.
Benefits & Working Hours
- £45,000 - £52,000 Base Salary
- OTE - £60,000 with Overtime
- 39-hour working week.
- Overtime paid at enhanced rates, with double time on Sundays.
- Additional allowance for hours worked offsite.
- Potential for future salary reviews in line with development and progression.
- Varied technical work involving bespoke automation equipment and complex engineering challenges.
- Opportunities to develop your controls and commissioning expertise.
Working hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:0pm.
- Friday: 7:30am - 3:00pm.
- 30-minute unpaid lunch break, with paid tea breaks.
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Controls Commissioning Engineer in Beccles employer: TEC Partners - Technical Recruitment Specialists
Join a dynamic and expanding engineering business in Newmarket, where your skills as an Assembler will be valued in a collaborative and hands-on environment. With competitive salaries and opportunities for professional growth, this company fosters a culture of teamwork and quality, ensuring that every employee can contribute to exciting projects while developing their expertise in electrical assembly.
Contact Details:
TEC Partners - Technical Recruitment Specialists Recruitment Team
