Commissioning Manager - Owen Daniels : Job Details

Our client is a rapidly growing business designing some of the most innovative and interesting applications for the marine industry. If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for working on cutting edge projects, this could be ideal for you.Commissioning ManagerOutside IR35Marine applicationsPermanent£50 - £60 per hour dependant on experienceWe are seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to join our team for an exciting new product coming to marine/naval defence market. In this role, you will be responsible for the end to end Commissioning of this craft.  This is a hands-on position ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for high-quality, safety critical projects.Responsibilities will include:

• Lead Multi-Disciplinary Commissioning: manage all commissioning activities for the craft’s systems, including LV and HV systems, mechanical, hydraulic and embedded software & controls
• Project Planning & Execution: Develop commissioning plans, procedures and schedules
• Team Leadership: Lead a small multi-disciplined cross functional team of engineers
• Testing & Troubleshooting: Rigorous subsystem and system level tests, including power distribution, software, hydraulics and propulsion)
• Quality & Safety Compliance:  Safety-first culture during all trials including workshop and during at sea testing.
• Documentation & Handover: Detailed documentation of results, test reports, configurations and any modifications made
• Stakeholder Communication: Progress updates to internal and end-user representatives. Working with Project Management, design teams and suppliers ensuring OTD
• On-Time Delivery:  Ensure OTD whilst working within budget and to quality and safety goals

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a relevant engineering field
• Hands-on experience in systems commissioning for complex engineering projects. This should include a track record of commissioning integrated systems that involve electrical, mechanical, and software elements.
• Experience in maritime vessels, submarines, automotive or aerospace prototypes, or industrial automation systems.
• Knowledge of low-voltage (LV) and high-voltage (HV) electrical systems, including power distribution and control circuits. Familiarity with mechanical systems (engines, drives, pneumatics/hydraulics) and their control mechanisms
• Prior experience as a team lead or manager in a testing or commissioning environment is preferred
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, especially under pressure during test phases.
• Full UK Driving License

Desirable:

• Experience in Autonomous Systems
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (CEng or IEng)
• Experience in software engineering
• SC clearance.

Candidates must be able to obtain BPSS clearance and should have the right to work in the UK.