Commissioning Engineer

Nantwich Source: WhatJobs

£83,000–£92,000

MEICA Commissioning Engineer

Location: Nantwich, Cheshire

Contract Rate: £450 - £500 per day (LTD / Outside IR35)

Engagement Type: Long-Term Contract (AMP8 Framework)

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Project Overview

We are seeking an experienced MEICA Commissioning Engineer to join a leading infrastructure contractor delivering critical capital upgrades at a major Water Treatment Works (WTW) near Nantwich. This long-term contract offers excellent stability through the AMP8 cycle. You will take ownership of the full commissioning lifecycle-from pre-commissioning checks through to full wet testing and formal client Takeover-ensuring seamless operational integration across complex mechanical, electrical, and ICA systems.

Key Responsibilities

Commissioning Strategy & Technical Management: Author and manage Project Commissioning Plans, execution schedules, and testing methodologies in line with water authority standards and WIMES regulations.
Testing & Asset Takeover: Plan, execute, and document FAT, SAT, dry testing, and full wet commissioning phases. Drive snag resolution and performance trials to secure smooth operational handover.
Interface Management: Work directly with site delivery teams, design leads, OEM vendors, and client Asset Operations to integrate new plant with live water assets without service disruption.
Health & Safety Leadership: Enforce rigorous MEICA safe systems of work across all active commissioning zones, managing isolation protocols and safe mechanical/electrical working practices.

Requirements & Certifications

Water Sector Experience: Minimum 5 years delivering MEICA/Commissioning packages on UK water or wastewater capital projects (AMP cycle experience essential).
Technical Breadth: Strong working knowledge of pumps, switchgear, MCCs, telemetry, PLCs, chemical dosing, screens, and filtration assets.
Mandatory Tickets: Valid CSCS/ECS Card, EUSR National Water Hygiene Card, SSSTS or SMSTS, BS7671 (18th Edition), and a Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable: AP/EAP Low Voltage certification, DSEAR/CompEx qualifications, or PROFIBUS commissioning experience.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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