Project Controls Commissioning Engineer
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About the Role
Project Controls Commissioning Engineer | Global Automation Leader
Location: UK-Based (with extensive International Travel)
Salary: Competitive (DOE) + Premium Benefits Package
Department: Projects & IT
Type: Full-Time
The Mission
As a Controls Commissioning Engineer, you are the bridge between design and reality. You will take ownership of the project lifecycle—from in-house preparation and coding to on-site execution—ensuring our automated systems are delivered with precision, on time, and to the highest quality standards.
This is a high-impact role for a PLC specialist who thrives on seeing complex machines come to life in diverse environments across the globe.
Your Responsibilities
Phase 1: In-House Preparation
System Testing: Conduct independent project prep, including switch cabinet and special machine testing.
Process Optimization: Create and refine startup instructions, test protocols, and checklists.
Collaboration: Partner with the PLC development team to support new software iterations and mentor new team members.
Phase 2: On-Site Execution
Startup & Configuration: Lead the independent configuration and testing of components at customer sites.
Project Leadership: Coordinate third-party tests, manage daily work processes, and ensure strict adherence to safety guidelines.
Client Partnership: Act as the face of the company, providing expert training to customers and supporting them through the startup phase.
Continuous Improvement: Identify potential system enhancements, document backups, and provide critical feedback to the planning department.
Skills & Qualifications
Technical Core:
Education: Basic technical education (Apprenticeship or Technical College).
PLC Programming: Proven skills in Siemens S7 and TIA Portal.
Systems Experience: Hands-on experience with industrial control systems and general IT proficiency.
Operational Mindset:
Resilience: You are comfortable working on-site in unfinished warehouses, dealing with dust, dirt, and temperature extremes.
Global Flexibility: A passion for international travel and a flexible approach to working hours.
Reliability: A track record of meeting deadlines and maintaining quality under pressure.
Communication: The "courage" to address conflicts early and the "perception" to understand customer needs deeply.
Why Join Us?
Beyond the chance to work with cutting-edge robotics, we offer:
Career Velocity: A clear progression path within a growing global leader. Financial Security: An excellent company pension scheme. Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive private healthcare. Global Variety: Exposure to a massive range of technologies and international cultures.
How to Apply
We are looking to mobilize quickly. If you have the "courage" to propose creative solutions and the "resilience" to see them through on a global stage, we want to hear from you.
Your application will be managed by Cruise Control Recruitment, the UK’s #1 choice for Automation & Robotics recruitment.
Keywords: Programming, S7, TIA Portal, Control Systems Commissioning, Automation, Robotics, PLC Engineering.