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PLC Commissioning Engineer

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Vital Energi Utilities Limited

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Would you like to be part of Vital Energi’s Strategy of Growth? If so, we’re looking for a PLC Commissioning Engineer to join our specialist team where they will take direct responsibility for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a number of Vital Energi’s plantrooms/ solar farms and boiler rooms. This role will involve traveling and the occasional working away from home so please only apply if you are willing to travel/ work away. The Company Vital Energi is a leading provider of renewable energy infrastructure and systems to the public and private sectors. We are supporting Hospitals, Universities, New Build developments, Towns and Cities as well as Industrial and Commercial clients to decarbonise their buildings. We have and continue to work on ground-breaking projects throughout the UK which are supporting the UK’s Net Zero targets, such as the recently announced £1 billion low-carbon infrastructure project for Westminster. With plans to double our headcount over the coming years, supported by offices opening in new locations across the country and our strong investment pipeline, coupled with our expansion into new markets such as industrial power generation with our very own Energy-from-Waste facility, there is no better time to join the family here at Vital Energi.

Job Responsibility:

  • Develop detailed commissioning plans, risk assessments, and method statements
  • PLC Programming
  • Identify, diagnose, and resolve commissioning issues, escalating where necessary
  • Collaborate with project teams, subcontractors, and clients throughout the commissioning process
  • Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies at all times
  • Traveling to and from different sites
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the commissioning department
  • Plan, manage, and carry out commissioning activities across solar farms, energy centres, and boiler houses

Requirements:

  • HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Services Engineering
  • Proven experience in commissioning within the energy, utilities, or renewables sectors
  • Strong understanding of control systems, instrumentation, and electrical safety
  • Knowledge of/experience with Renewable Energy technologies such as Heat Pumps and Solar will be highly advantageous
  • Full UK manual driving licence

Nice to have:

Knowledge of/experience with Renewable Energy technologies such as Heat Pumps and Solar

What we offer:
  • Company Car
  • Contributory Company Pension Scheme
  • Non-contributory death-in-service insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • 25 Days Holiday plus 8 days bank holidays
  • Additional holidays awarded in line with length of service
  • Option to purchase/sell additional holidays
  • Onsite gym/wellbeing centre at our Blackburn Head Office
  • Discounted gym membership across the UK
  • EV charging points where possible

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 24, 2026

Expiration:
April 30, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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