Commissioning Engineer

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join a well-established company.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary:
Up to £50,000 Per Annum (OTE £60k) Negotiable Depending on Experience.

Location:

Shildon, County Durham DL4.

Working Hours:

37.5 Per Week - (09:00-17:00, 08:00 – 16:00) subject to site agreement.

Holiday Entitlement: 33 Days (25 plus statutory bank holidays).

About The Company:

They are specialists in providing process support services to the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Since its establishment in 1997, the company has gained a reputation as a leading innovator in pharmaceutical water systems, offering patented technologies such as the Hydro Gienic® parallel distribution system. With manufacturing facilities in Shildon and headquarters in Barnard Castle, UK, they serve global pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers, delivering pure water generation, storage, and distribution solutions.

The company's strengths lie in offering complete solutions, flexible designs, prompt response times, and exceptional customer service rooted in integrity.

About The Role:

Based in Shildon, they are seeking a full-time Commissioning Engineer for a national role, with hybrid working being considered. The role involves working away on client sites for extended periods of time until the project has been brought to a successful completion and validated handover. Engineers would typically travel to site early on a Monday and return home on the Friday with occasional weekend working subject to the needs of the program.

Hotels are booked in advance, and all work-related expenses are covered by company credit card. Overtime is payable on hours over the 37.5 at a rate of 1.5X. Weekend works qualify for an additional uplift payment on top of the overtime rate.

The Commissioning Engineer will perform Electrical Testing, System Commissioning, Validation (FAT, SAT, IQ & OQ) and Troubleshoot issues related to Pharmaceutical Water Systems. Day-to-day tasks include;
Conducting Equipment Inspections, Calibrations, Electrical & Instrument Wiring, Commissioning with use of OEM Documentation, Testing to ensure optimal system performance, as well as working collaboratively with the engineering team and clients.

Experience with project management would also be a considered an advantage.

The role requires ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards and contributing to the smooth delivery of bespoke water solutions. The ideal candidates come from an Engineering / Electrical / Process/ Chemical / Services background with previous experience and knowledge of Pharmaceutical Process Equipment including Purified Water Systems such as;
Pre-treatment, RO/EDI, WFI Distillation, Plant & Clean Steam Generators, being considered a distinct advantage.

Candidate Requirements:

* Proficiency in Electrical Testing and Testing procedures is required

* Expertise in Commissioning Engineering and troubleshooting for technical systems including programming field transmitters, control valves, VSD’s and PID controllers using OEM documentation

* Experience with both Siemens TIA Portal and Rockwell automation systems

* Solid knowledge and hands-on experience in Electrical Engineering principles, understanding circuit diagrams and P&'s

* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work with a team and independently

* Experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry is advantageous

* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

* Knowledge of ATEX classifications and circuit design is considered an advantage

* Previous experience in carrying out cFATs. SAT, IQ and OQ will be an advantage although the company will provide training

* Relevant certification or degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

* You must hold a valid UK driving licence and able to demonstrate current eligibility to work in the UK to be considered for this role

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. The employer welcomes applications from all candidates who match their requirements and their decision for employment will be based purely on your skills/qualifications