Commissioning Engineers Full Time NEW

Wanted: Commissioning Engineers
Salary –: £35,000–£45,000 (DOE) plus overtime and premium rate hours — potential earnings up to £60,000.

Do you want to be part of a long-standing team, who are experts in their field, where no two days are the same and where possibilities to develop new skills and experiences are around every corner? PDS is
passionate about creating a friendly, open and inclusive working environment where individuals are supported to excel in their area of expertise. We are continually seeking out new ways to improve our business and are firm believers that everyone should enjoy what they do.

What we do… We are a technically driven business with over 30 years of expertise; engineering and
supporting high integrity systems where failure simply isn’t an option. These can range from small upgrades through to fully integrated turnkey solutions, covering all aspects of technology from control room to field devices. We supply the latest technology to various locations throughout the UK with our prestigious clients predominantly being within Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), Highways, Airports and Power sectors.

If you are a keen problem solver with excellent communication skills, looking for a challenging yet rewarding career in engineering, look no further. We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious commissioning engineer to join us on our mission to seamlessly deliver end-to-end control systems.

About the Role
We’re looking for a practical and motivated Commissioning Engineer to join our Control Systems team. You’ll play a key role in bringing industrial automation projects to life — installing, testing, and commissioning equipment for customers across the UK and Ireland.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with an electrical, mechanical, or maintenance background who
enjoys solving problems on-site and is keen to grow their skills in automation and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Commission, test, and troubleshoot control systems on-site.
• Perform loop checks, I/O testing, and functional verification of automation systems.
• Make minor changes to hardware and software to resolve problems.
• Collaborate with project engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Complete commissioning documentation and test reports.
• Provide technical support and training to clients during handover.
• Ensure all activities comply with safety, quality, and company standards.

Skills and Experience

• Practical experience (minimum of 2 years) in electrical, mechanical, or industrial work (e.g.
  maintenance, installation, or service).
• Strong hands-on and problem-solving skills, with good attention to detail.
• Ability to read and understand basic wiring diagrams or engineering drawings.
• Willingness to learn about automation, PLCs, and control systems (full training provided).
• Good communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in doing quality work.
• Flexible and happy to travel to customer sites, working a mix of days and nights.

Desirable

• Some experience with automation, instrumentation, or industrial systems.
• Familiarity with any PLC brands would be an advantage, but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and overtime rates.
• Training and support to develop your automation skills.
• Opportunities for career progression
• A friendly and supportive engineering team
• 33 floating holidays.
• Company performance-related bonus.
• Wellbeing benefit.
• Pension scheme.
• Life insurance and Health benefits.
• Salary sacrifice schemes – Tech, Cycles and EV.
• Subsidised on-site charging for EVs.
• Anniversary celebrations.
• Social events.
• Hybrid working Hours.
• Flexible working.

We pride ourselves on being a great place to work but don’t just take our word for it, here’s what Installation and Commissioning Engineer, Tony has to say.

“What I like most about PDS is the people, they are friendly and amiable, and I believe the company does it’s best to support its employees. I enjoy the varied work and never feel pigeonholed, and I like the fact I get to do work I enjoy and feel capable doing.

If I could describe PDS’s culture in a few words, I’d say it’s friendly, welcoming, and supportive.”

So why not join us? CV’s, covering letters, questions, and everything in-between by using the apply button provided.

The company does not offer sponsorship for this role