Instrument Commissioning Engineer (PSC)

John Wood Group PLC

Instrument Commissioning Engineer (PSC)

Salary Not Specified

John Wood Group PLC, Mount Hermon, Woking

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

, 24 Jun | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: a4c888e046cc49faba85cbcbe83554f0

Full Job Description

Wood Digital Consulting (DC) is currently recruiting for a Commissioning Engineer to support one of our UK projects.

This is a hybrid role that can be based anywhere in the UK, mobility and travel to customer sites and face to face meetings with colleagues will be expected as required, followed by site-based work for the main construction execution phase.

Must be able to pass HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check.

  • Support the Project Construction Site Manager and Project Commissioning Lead in delivery and management of all aspects of mechanical completion and commissioning

  • In accordance with CDM regulations provide Pre-Construction support to the project

  • To study and assess the relevant drawings, specifications, and instruction for the functional area of responsibility.

  • Coordinate with the Commissioning Lead and design team to enhance the design element and highlight any special recommendations to reduce risk or optimise schedule

  • Constructively challenge engineering concepts with a view to minimizing shutdown schedule

  • Input to schedule development, defining execution risks in general, and critical path specific risks during shutdowns

  • Assist with development of the Go Technology database, setting up systems, sub-systems, and check sheet allocation

  • Assist the Commissioning Lead in monitoring the project sites overall site construction and commissioning priorities by system to ensure project teams meet mechanical completion and commissioning target dates

  • Develop, Write, Implement and Review, update relevant Commissioning Test Procedures and controlling master versions

  • Understanding overall Commissioning Strategy for project completion

  • Development of pre-commissioning, commissioning, performance testing procedures in line with National Grid RE-18 procedures

  • Assist in management of Go Technology database at site

  • Assist with check sheet inspection/verification

  • In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and emergency systems

  • Strong understanding of electrical codes, regulations, and standards (e.g., BS 7671, IEC 60364)

  • Proficiency in conducting functional and performance tests on electrical systems using appropriate testing equipment

  • Interface with Operations Team in commissioning, start-up, and final handover of the facility/plant

  • Help coordinating field activities through discipline lead positions including Operators, Mechanical, Instruments and Electrical

  • Monitor Quality in accordance with Quality plan and ITP's

  • Attend client / vendor meetings in order to achieve the agreed project goals

  • Input to weekly and monthly reporting

  • Assist Project Commissioning Lead with management of change

  • Help drive safety leadership and ensuring safe delivery of multi-discipline work scopes

  • Input to lessons learned


  • Electrical and Instrumentation Controls background in site commissioning with demonstratable experience

  • Demonstrate commitment to safety through engagement in Commissioning Permit to Work, Electrical Isolation and Safety Work Manuals to ensure efficient and safe execution of the work. Provides input in the field to JSA's and Risk Assessments. Monitor workforce's adherence to Procedures and participate in Safety Walks, attend toolbox meetings

  • To be conversant with construction/commissioning mechanical completion technology

  • Must have strong competency in reading design documentation e.g., P&IDs, PFDs, mechanical datasheets etc

  • Ability to deliver documentation that is technically correct to the required standard and schedule

  • Understand and control the running of work sites

    Experience in industries e.g., Oil and Gas

  • Must have experience in at least one of the following: Ability to determine pass/fail criteria on UPS testing (ITIC), generators and Switchgear, control narratives, compressor commissioning/startup, turbine commissioning/startup

  • Experience in Brownfield upgrades / replacement instrumentation and control projects

  • Experience with dealing with Switch Rooms, Switchboards, Distribution Boards, Lighting, UPS, Instruments, Cable runs, Control rooms, etc

  • Compressor Station/Metering experience is advantageous

  • Must have working knowledge of substations and power systems/quality and their associated protection systems such as overcurrent and unit protection and a thorough understanding of harmonics etc

  • Must have working knowledge of one or more of the following (Flow Computer & Supervisory): Emerson, Siemans, Swinton, Omni, FlowX, EXI, Honeywell (DCS/ Meter suite), PLCs Measurement Technologies, Metering Systems, Flow Computers, PLC & SCADA Systems/Software

  • Strong communication skills

  • Prior experience reviewing commissioning/construction works

  • Well organised and have a keen eye for detail

  • Able to operate in an integrated team environment supporting others with a desire and ability to build trust and respect throughout the team

  • Computer literacy: Microsoft Office: outlook, word and excel (minimum)

    Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com