Generator Controls & Commissioning Engineer

Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced Generator Controls & Commissioning Engineer to join our growing team. Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineer with a strong background in generator control systems, electrical panels, commissioning, and fault finding to work on a variety of projects across the UK and internationally.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the commissioning, servicing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of generator systems and associated control equipment. This position offers a varied workload, regular overseas travel, and the opportunity to work on complex and technically challenging power generation projects.

Key Responsibilities • Commission, test, and fault-find generator control systems and associated electrical panels. Carry out generator servicing, maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. Diagnose and resolve electrical and control-related issues on both new and existing installations.

Configure and commission industry-standard generator controllers and monitoring systems. Conduct site acceptance testing (SAT) and factory acceptance testing (FAT) where required. Produce commissioning reports, service documentation, and technical records.

Provide technical support to customers and internal teams. Travel throughout the UK and overseas to support customer sites and project requirements. Participate in planned weekend work and out-of-hours support when required.

Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with company and industry standards. Skills & Experience Required Essential • Proven experience as a Generator Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, Controls Engineer, or similar role.

Excellent understanding of electrical systems, power generation equipment, and control panels. Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills. Experience commissioning and servicing diesel generator systems. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

Knowledge of generator control systems and synchronisation equipment. Full UK driving licence. Willingness to travel extensively, including overseas assignments and weekend work will be required. Desirable • Experience with Deep Sea Electronics (DSE), ComAp, Woodward, or similar control systems.

Electrical qualifications such as HNC/HND, NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent. Experience with PLC systems and industrial controls. Previous experience working within critical power, standby power, or power generation sectors.

What We Offer • Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 DOE. With opportunities for overtime at 1.5x and 2x rates – weekend day rates 4% pension, matched by company life assurance and private health care after successful probationary period 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Overseas travel opportunities. • Company vehicle and fuel card.

Phone, laptop and tablet Performance based bonus scheme Ongoing training and professional development. Career progression within a growing and successful business. Varied and challenging work across multiple industries and locations. Specialist tools and uniform provided On-call payment of £200.00

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