Lead C&I Commissioning Technician

Location Ellesmere Port
Discipline: Power & Process
Job type: Contract
Salary: £480.00 per day PAYE - (£428.40 + £51.60 hol pay)
Contact name: Nathan Boyce

Contact email: nathan.boyce@integrateresources.com
Job ref: L9W6RY84
Published: about 1 month ago
Startdate: 2025-04-15
​Job Title:Lead C&I Commissioning Technician
Location:Ellesmere Port
Duration:6-12 months
Rate:£480.00 per day PAYE - (£428.40 + £51.60 hol pay)
Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Lead C&I Commissioning Technician to manage and oversee the commissioning of control and instrumentation systems for a new build power generation project in the UK. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring systems are safely and effectively commissioned to meet project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the commissioning of Control & Instrumentation (C&I) systems, including Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).

  • Develop detailed commissioning plans, procedures, and schedules to align with project milestones.

  • Coordinate and oversee functional testing, loop checking, and system integration testing.

  • Manage the calibration, testing, and verification of instruments, control valves, and sensors.

  • Ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and UK health & safety regulations.

  • Provide technical leadership to commissioning teams, ensuring effective collaboration with other disciplines.

  • Conduct fault diagnosis, troubleshooting, and resolution of control and instrumentation issues.

  • Prepare and maintain commissioning documentation, including test records, punch lists, and progress reports.

  • Collaborate with design, construction, and client teams to ensure project success.

  • Mentor and train junior engineers, ensuring knowledge transfer and development of commissioning best practices.

  • Work closely with electrical, mechanical, and process teams to ensure seamless system integration in a power generation environment.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Instrumentation Engineering (or equivalent experience).

  • Proven experience in C&I commissioning, preferably in new build power generation projects in the UK.

  • Strong technical knowledge of control systems, SCADA, and field instrumentation.

  • Familiarity with IEC, ISA, and relevant UK industry standards.

  • Demonstrable leadership experience in commissioning projects.

  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills.

  • Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.

  • Willingness to travel and work on-site as required.