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 requirements
Deliver complete DCS scope including PCS7, S7-1500 PLCs, and TIA Portal on large-scale EfW plants
Independently operate critical systems and supervise shift personnel during commissioning phases
Execute hands-on training for client personnel and optimise processes with commissioning teams
Interface 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 proficiency
EfW Experience: 5-10 years in power generation with 2-5 years as Control Room Operator on large-scale plants
SSSTS certification, valid SCC, and experience leading Permit-to-Work processes
EfW & Renewable Gas process knowledge (how a plant works from start to finish)
TUV Rheinland Functional Safety certification is preferred
Good 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 – ASAP
Contract End – 31/08/2026 (further assignments possible)
Shifts / Hours – Mon-Fri 10hr/day

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