Salary: £45k per year + + benefits
Reference: MCT2020
Commissioning Engineer – Biomethane / CO₂ Liquefaction
Competitive Salary (DOE) + Travel Allowances & Excellent Benefits
International Travel (up to 80%)
(UK or Netherlands Based)
MC Technical Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Commissioning Engineer to join an international technology business specialising in renewable gas solutions. This role will focus on the commissioning, start-up and optimisation of advanced biomethane upgrading and CO₂ liquefaction systems across global projects.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge membrane upgrading technology and NH3 refrigeration systems, supporting the delivery of highly advanced process installations worldwide.
As a Commissioning Engineer, you will be responsible for:
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Carrying out commissioning and start-up activities on renewable gas installations globally
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Performing cold and hot commissioning, including system verification and readiness checks
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Starting up and optimising biomethane upgrading and CO₂ liquefaction systems
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Supporting the performance optimisation of NH3 refrigeration processes
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Executing functional testing and site acceptance (SAT) procedures
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Analysing process performance, trends and operational data to improve plant efficiency
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Troubleshooting process, mechanical, electrical and automation-related issues
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Supporting PLC/HMI commissioning, alarms analysis and control systems diagnostics
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Assisting with instrumentation calibration and verification
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Delivering operator training and supporting customer handovers
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Providing on-site technical support during initial operational phases
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Other duties as required
To be considered for this role, you should have:
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A qualification in process, mechanical, refrigeration, automation or chemical engineering (or equivalent experience)
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Minimum 5 years’ commissioning experience within industrial/process environments
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Strong experience with industrial refrigeration systems, ideally NH3
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Solid understanding of process engineering and system optimisation
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Proven ability to troubleshoot PLC/HMI and automation systems
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Experience working with compressors, refrigeration cycles and process systems
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Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical drawings and technical documentation
Highly desirable:
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Siemens S7 / TIA Portal knowledge
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F-Gas, NH3, ATEX or similar certifications
The ideal candidate will have:
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Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
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A structured and solution-focused approach
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Excellent communication and customer-facing abilities
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The ability to remain calm under pressure
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A flexible approach with willingness to travel internationally (50–80%)
The offer:
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Competitive basic salary (depending on experience)
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Excellent travel allowances and international project exposure
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Opportunity to work on advanced renewable gas technologies
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Strong career development within a growing international organisation
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Company benefits package including pension and holidays
To apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply via the link below or contact
Machaela at MC Technical Recruitment on 01489 533 030 or [email protected] for a confidential chat.
