Project Engineer (Commissioning Focused)

Industrial Water & Wastewater | Malpas & UK‑wide Sites

FLI CAP Technology designs and installs turnkey effluent treatment plants for food, beverage, dairy, tissue and pharmaceutical sites across the UK.

We’re looking for a proactive, technically strong Project Engineer with a commissioning focus to lead and support the delivery of industrial wastewater treatment projects from concept through to full operational handover. This role blends project management responsibility with hands‑on commissioning expertise, ensuring systems are installed, tested, optimised, and performing exactly as designed.

If you enjoy seeing projects through from early design to live operation and you thrive in both technical and client‑facing environments, this is a role where your impact will be felt every day.

Project Delivery

• Manage the full project lifecycle from initial client engagement through design coordination, procurement, construction, and commissioning
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations
• Coordinate internal engineering, procurement, and site teams, plus external clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and resolve issues to keep projects on track
• Lead project meetings, prepare progress reports, and maintain clear communication with stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with CDM, HSE, ISO and all relevant safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Manage project documentation including contracts, technical files, and handover packages

Commissioning & Technical Delivery

• Plan, execute, and document commissioning activities for industrial water treatment systems (filtration, chemical dosing, DAF, MBR, RO, etc.)
• Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation
• Work closely with design and installation teams to ensure smooth transition from construction to operation
• Prepare commissioning RAMS, method statements, test sheets, and performance reports
• Provide technical support and training to clients and operational teams
• Ensure all commissioning work is carried out safely and in line with industry standards

What You’ll Bring

• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Process Engineering
• Proven experience in commissioning and/or project engineering within the water or wastewater sector
• Strong understanding of process equipment, pipework, valves, instrumentation, PLCs, and control systems
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management, as well as being able to stay composed under pressure
• Commercial awareness, including budget management and procurement experience
• Competent with MS Office; MS Project experience beneficial
• CSCS or equivalent safety certification
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel to sites across the UK

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Company vehicle or car allowance and fuel card
• Pension scheme and medical benefit
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• A collaborative, supportive, and innovative working environment