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Installation Engineer

Peterborough
6 days ago
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Sector: Utilities / Engineering
Salary: From £40,000, DOE
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday – Friday
Benefits: Hybrid working, company vehicle, tools/equipment, pension, 23 days holiday, sick pay, professional development

The Role

We're working with a leading provider of SCADA, telemetry, and instrumentation solutions to hire an Installation & Commissioning Engineer for projects across the UK. The role will suit someone with a background in electrical or instrumentation engineering and a passion for delivering high-integrity technical solutions in critical infrastructure environments (e.g. water, utilities, power).

You'll work independently or as part of a wider technical team delivering on-site installations, configuration, and commissioning of cutting-edge monitoring and communications systems.

Responsibilities



Survey, install, commission, and support site-based control systems and instrumentation

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Deliver end-to-end engineering solutions in line with technical and quality standards

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Liaise with project managers, internal stakeholders, and client asset teams

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Adhere to customer frameworks and site safety requirements

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Interpret and work from design documentation, wiring diagrams, and installation specs

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Maintain accurate commissioning documentation and support timely handover

You’ll Need

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3+ years’ experience in utilities sector (ideally Water)

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Qualified electrician or instrument technician (C&G, BTEC, NVQ3, or HNC/HND)

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BS7671 18th Edition certification

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Hands-on experience with SCADA, PLC/RTUs, HMI systems

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Experience reading and interpreting electrical/control panel schematics

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CSCS/ECS, EUSR Water Hygiene card

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Ability to work methodically under time constraints

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Excellent communication, initiative, and problem-solving mindset

Requirements

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Full, clean UK driving licence

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Right to work in the UK

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Based in or willing to travel to the Anglian region

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Commitment to ongoing technical development

Would suit:
A hands-on electrical/instrumentation engineer with site-based experience in utility infrastructure projects who thrives in a dynamic, field-based role.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a short cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why this role interests you.

About Us:
Teleios Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and ensure a fair hiring process. Please let us know at any stage of the recruitment if you require adjustments or assistance – we are committed to inclusivity and support

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