Commissioning Engineer

6 days ago


Rochdale, United Kingdom Smart Actuation Full time

Managing Director at Smart Actuation Ltd, President at Smart Actuation Inc. A commercially focused water and waste water industry specialist. Commissioning Engineer (Field Based – UK Travel) – Smart Actuation Location: Rochdale (with nationwide travel) Job type: Full-time, permanent About Smart Actuation Smart Actuation is a rapidly growing engineering and technology business supplying advanced smart actuators, IoT-connected devices, and remote monitoring solutions to the UK water industry. Based in Rochdale, we work closely with major water companies to deliver high-reliability systems supported by professional commissioning, field service, and technical support. We offer technically minded engineers strong career progression, autonomy, and exposure to cutting-edge electromechanical and smart infrastructure technology. Role Overview We are seeking a technically competent Commissioning Engineer (ideal for a Field Service Engineer or Engineering Technician) who enjoys hands-on work, site travel, and working on live operational assets. You will commission our smart actuator systems, perform site surveys, and ensure reliable installation and integration of IoT-enabled devices within water industry networks. This role suits engineers with experience in electromechanical systems, industrial automation, SCADA-connected equipment, instrumentation, or smart device commissioning. Key Responsibilities Conduct technical site surveys, installation suitability checks and produce detailed engineering reports Commission smart actuators, including configuring parameters using proprietary software Work with IoT connectivity (SIM-based systems, remote monitoring setups) Prepare, test and verify actuators at our facility prior to field deployment Coordinate installation schedules with customers, manufacturers and field teams Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting and commissioning sign-off Ensure all devices are tracked, labelled, documented and compliant with site standards Work safely on operational sites across the UK water industry Technical Skills & Experience Background in commissioning, field service, maintenance engineering, or electromechanical engineering Comfortable using configuration software, diagnostics tools or control interfaces Ability to read technical documentation and understand mechanical / electrical principles Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on customer sites Excellent communication skills to represent the company professionally Full UK driving licence Experience with IoT devices, remote monitoring systems, SCADA, or telemetry Previous work on utility or water industry sites Familiarity with industrial actuators, valves, sensors, or low-voltage control equipment Basic understanding of PLC systems (not essential) Travel Requirements UK-wide travel to customer sites (company vehicle provided) 3–4 nights away per month on average What We Offer £30,000–£42,000 salary (depending on experience) Performance-related bonuses Company vehicle Laptop, mobile phone and full equipment 37.5-hour week with flexible working options Excellent pension: We double employees contributions up to 5%. Eg 5% employee contribution matched with 10% from the company for a total 15% Full technical training on our smart actuator systems Strong progression opportunities as the business expands Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr



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