C&I Commissioning Engineer - Power Plant

Astute's Power Division are partnering with a leader EPC Contractor in the UK Power sector, and are currently recruiting for a C I Commissioning Engineer to join their fast paced team on their Combined Cycle Synchronised condenser based in Pembroke on a 3 months initial contract.

The C I Commissioning Engineer position comes with a day rate from £500.00 to £550.00 per day outside of IR35.

• Hands-on execution and management of I&C commissioning activities for a gas power project in UK, until successful handover to the customer.
• Hands-on commissioning of electrical components and instruments such as motorized and pneumatic valves, instruments, transmitters, loop checks, etc.
• Carrying out testing on instrumentation against the whole loop (DCS to field), as well as system optimization and troubleshooting and filling-in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols.
• Carrying out calibration or verification of the calibration using HART communicator, current/voltage generator etc.
• Cooperation with internal team members, guidance and coordination of external partners and sub-contractors, interacting with customers.
• Ensure all the activities conducted on site follow the correct process in accordance with project requirements and in strict compliance with all EHS requirements.
• Coordination of all necessary activities with all involved parties, such as commissioning team, erection team and sub-contractors.
• Participation in the walk-downs for Turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start-up.
• Preparation and update of the commissioning procedures to be conducted on site.
• Provide theoretical and practical training to customer personnel.
• Report to the Lead Electrical Engineer, the Commissioning Manager, and the Head of Commissioning where necessary.
• At least 2-5 years working experience in power stations Electrical and I&C Commissioning activities with demonstrable experience.
• HND/HNC in Electrical/Electronic engineering.
• Strong team spirit, working with an international team and other cultures.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong Organizational skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Pembroke, Pembrokeshire
• 3 months contract
• £500.00 to £550.00 per day outside IR35
• Start date - June 2026

Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.