Commissioning Engineer

L.J.B & Co. Construction Recruitment

Commissioning Lead (Electrical) – Data Centre Project (Portugal) (x2)
€85,000 – €105,000 + Rotation + Accommodation + Travel + €1,000 Net Living Allowance
Location: Portugal
Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent

We are seeking experienced Commissioning Leads with a strong electrical background to join a long-term, 7-year hyperscale data centre programme in Portugal. This is a senior role with responsibility for the full commissioning lifecycle on large, technically complex facilities.

Key Responsibilities

* Take full ownership of the electrical commissioning scope from pre-commissioning through IST and final handover.

* Develop and manage commissioning strategies, schedules, and execution plans.

* Coordinate with construction, QA/QC, design, and client teams.

* Manage specialist commissioning subcontractors and vendors.

* Lead energisation activities and integrated systems testing.

* Ensure systems meet performance, safety, and quality requirements.

Skills & Qualifications

* Electrical engineering background essential.

* Proven experience delivering commissioning on data centre or mission-critical projects.

* Demonstrated longevity with current and previous employers preferred.

* Strong leadership and coordination skills.

What’s on Offer

* €85,000 – €105,000 base salary.

* Full rotation package including accommodation, travel, and €1,000 net living allowance.

* Exceptional long-term security on a multi-year data centre programme