Commissioning Engineer – Renewable Energy

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The projects can range from low complexity modifications to larger capital equipment contracts which are in the range of £250k-£2m and typically have a 2month design phase, 4month build phase and a 5-12 month installation, testing and qualification stage.

As part of the Operations Team the C&Q Engineer will provide pre-delivery testing, installation, re-assembly, start up, commissioning, IQOQ, cycle development, novel project works and breakdown support in line with contractual commitments. The role is site based and involves frequent travel and stays away.

Our client are technical experts in their field and this customer facing hands on technical role is crucial to delivering compliant projects to agreed scope and timelines.

Excellent written and spoken English & communication skills, Excellent customer handling, planning and organisational skills An engineering or technology qualification (degree or equivalent) Must like the challenge of working with bespoke equipment where bugs are not all found before delivery and where commissioning could be seen as the final part of the design-set-up of customised plant. Therefore, the operation of all our equipment needs to be understood from core principles rather than reading from a manual or work repetition. Must have a good understanding of automation/controls technology and mechanical/electrical engineering. Knowledge of sterile process technology and pharmaceutical industry would be useful. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency with commonly used computer programs. These include MS Windows, MS Word and MS Excel Frequent travel and stays away of multiple consecutive weeks are a fundamental element of the role. Normally travel will be within the UK and Ireland but occasional travel to elsewhere in Europe can be expected Must have a flexible and adaptive attitude and be able to work on own initiative, sometimes under pressure Have a full and clean driving licence Hold a valid passport for travel within Europe

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Company: Cpl Life Sciences
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Calling all Commissioning and Qualification Engineers who have worked on high end capital equipment within the Pharma, Cosmetics or Food and Beverage industry. Our client who supplies reference level process manufacturing equipment from their European principal suppliers to top tier pharmaceutical manufacturers in the UK and Ireland are looking to appoint a highly skilled and experienced Commissioning Engineer to work on the high profile projects.

The projects can range from low complexity modifications to larger capital equipment contracts which are in the range of £250k-£2m and typically have a 2month design phase, 4month build phase and a 5-12 month installation, testing and qualification stage.

As part of the Operations Team the C&Q Engineer will provide pre-delivery testing, installation, re-assembly, start up, commissioning, IQOQ, cycle development, novel project works and breakdown support in line with contractual commitments. The role is site based and involves frequent travel and stays away.

Our client are technical experts in their field and this customer facing hands on technical role is crucial to delivering compliant projects to agreed scope and timelines.

Excellent written and spoken English & communication skills, Excellent customer handling, planning and organisational skills An engineering or technology qualification (degree or equivalent) Must like the challenge of working with bespoke equipment where bugs are not all found before delivery and where commissioning could be seen as the final part of the design-set-up of customised plant. Therefore, the operation of all our equipment needs to be understood from core principles rather than reading from a manual or work repetition. Must have a good understanding of automation/controls technology and mechanical/electrical engineering. Knowledge of sterile process technology and pharmaceutical industry would be useful. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency with commonly used computer programs. These include MS Windows, MS Word and MS Excel Frequent travel and stays away of multiple consecutive weeks are a fundamental element of the role. Normally travel will be within the UK and Ireland but occasional travel to elsewhere in Europe can be expected Must have a flexible and adaptive attitude and be able to work on own initiative, sometimes under pressure Have a full and clean driving licence Hold a valid passport for travel within Europe

Reporting to the Technical Manager and working closely with the Project team and Technology SME’s the C&Q Engineer in engaged with the installation, commissioning, testing, optimisation and validation of process equipment to make sure it is functioning correctly and produces the expected results. Provide installation, re-assembly, start up, commissioning, IQOQ, cycle development, novel project works and breakdown support in line with contractual commitments and to a standard consistent with the high quality of the equipment and services our client supply, representing the company in a professional and dutiful manner at all times. Proper and conscientious management when in control of our clients equipment, including test equipment, computer equipment etc. Risk Assessment, FMECA, HAZOP and RCA In the pursuit of site activities be a front-line interface with principal supplier automation, engineering and process departments. equipment maintenance, calibration and technical intervention services

Contribute to other departments initiatives (technical research, training preparation and/or delivery, special project management, documentation improvements, technical report preparation etc.)…

Posted: May 23rd, 2026