Commissioning Lead Engineer

AA Euro Group are currently seeking a Commissioning Lead Engineer to join our clients team delivering a new Energy Recovery Facility (ERF), located in South East London. Prior experience working on Energy Recovery (Energy from Waste) facilities is essential.

 

Job Description:

Delivering the DCS (Distributed Control System) full scope, covering the full integration, testing, and handover of the control and automation system that operates the plant.

Champion safety standards across teams and ensure full compliance with project HSEQ requirementsDeliver complete DCS scope including PCS7, S7-1500 PLCs, and TIA Portal on large-scale EfW plantsIndependently operate critical systems and supervise shift personnel during commissioning phasesExecute hands-on training for client personnel and optimise processes with commissioning teamsInterface with stakeholders, maintain shift logs, and ensure works meet contract specifications

 

Qualifications

Proven PCS7 experience with formal training, plus S7-1500 PLCs and TIA Portal proficiencyEfW Experience: 5-10 years in power generation with 2-5 years as Control Room Operator on large-scale plantsSSSTS certification, valid SCC, and experience leading Permit-to-Work processesEfW & Renewable Gas process knowledge (how a plant works from start to finish)TUV Rheinland Functional Safety certification is preferredGood knowledge of IT and various bus communication protocols (Profibus, Profinet, ModbusTCP, IEC104, OPC UA)Excellent English, shift flexibility, supervisory experience, and strong stakeholder interface abilities

 

Additional Information

Start Date - ASAPContract End - 31/08/2026 (further assignments possible)Shifts / Hours – Mon-Fri 10hr/day

 

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