Commissioning Engineer

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 and Europe 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 systems engineer to join us on our mission to seamlessly deliver end-to-end control systems.

What we need from you.

You will be a team player with a resourceful and tenacious drive to complete tasks and tests efficiently and thoroughly. You will work as a Commissioning Engineer as part of the project team with support from the development engineers during the commissioning stages. You will work within the control system industry having some of the below listed skills. However, we do not expect you to have experience in all these areas and for the right candidate on the job training and mentoring will be provided to fill any skills gaps you may have as we have a number of positions available for engineers at different stages of their career.

• Checking installation of equipment is to the correct standard prior to starting testing.
• Performing testing of a system according to Installation and Commissioning Test document.
• PLC data input tests including verification of operation to and from plant and field devices into PLCs.
• Field device set-up
• Perform site acceptance tests, fault find and correct any PLC code or wiring issues.
• Perform client testing according to test documents.
• Produce documentation such as RAM’s; test documentation; weekly progress reports etc.
• Qualified to HND level or above in electrical or control engineering.
• As we have a number of positions available we will consider all levels of on the job experience.
• Have a full UK driving licence
• Have no criminal convictions due to security clearances required by airport authorities.
• This is a field-based role covering the UK and (occasionally Europe) and is ideally suited for someone based in the Midlands or the South with a flexible approach to travelling and working away from home.

There is plenty of room for growth and progression which is proven by all our management team beginning their career with us as students.

What we offer in return.

In addition to a generous salary, you can expect to receive some other great benefits too.

• 33 floating holidays to take when you like with your entitlement increasing by an additional 2 days every 5 years.
• Paid overtime.
• Company performance related bonus.
• Wellbeing benefit - a monthly instalment made in addition to your salary to contribute towards anything that makes you happy.
• Pension scheme.
• Anniversary celebrations - It is important to us that we celebrate the commitment and value people have brought to our business over the years.
• Social events - If there is one thing about PDS, it is that we love to get social, so this is a big part of our culture.
• Hybrid working - If the pandemic taught us anything it’s that we don’t need to be in the office 5 days a week, every week, helping towards a not only a positive work life balance but a healthier planet.
• Flexible working giving you the ability to finish at 1pm on Fridays.

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 culture in it would be friendly, welcoming, and supportive."