Electrical Pre Commissioning Engineer

Why Work at Clarke

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

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What We Offer

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• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Work-life flexibility

• Recognition and rewards

• Development and career opportunities

• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

Electrical Project & Pre‑Commissioning Engineer

Location: UK & Ireland (Extensive travel required)

Join Clarke Energy as an Electrical Project & Pre‑Commissioning Engineer

We are seeking a capable and detail-driven Electrical Project & Pre‑Commissioning Engineer to support the successful delivery of Clarke Energy’s power generation and energy infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland.

Acting as a key technical presence on site, you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality, compliance and readiness of electrical systems throughout installation and pre‑commissioning phases. Working closely with Project Engineers, commissioning teams and subcontractors, you will help deliver safe, reliable and fully validated electrical installations in line with Clarke Energy’s high standards.

This role is ideally suited to an individual with a strong electrical background, practical commissioning experience, and a disciplined approach to quality assurance and documentation. The position requires extensive travel, including regular overnight stays, and site-based working across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Pre‑Commissioning & Quality Assurance

• Manage and support the pre‑commissioning activities of electrical systems, including LV and HV installations, control systems and ancillary equipment.
• Verify installations against drawings, specifications and industry standards to ensure compliance and readiness for commissioning.
• Develop, review and maintain quality documentation, inspection records and commissioning packs.
• Identify non-conformances and support corrective actions to ensure systems meet required standards.

Site Coordination & Technical Support

• Work collaboratively with Project Engineers, commissioning teams and subcontractors to resolve electrical installation and pre‑commissioning issues.
• Provide technical input into installation practices, sequencing and commissioning readiness.
• Attend site meetings with internal teams, contractors and clients, contributing clear and accurate updates on progress and issues.

Commissioning Support & Oversight

• Support and oversee elements of the commissioning process, including functional testing and system validation.
• Assist in coordinating activities across multiple disciplines to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Provide support to other Pre‑Commissioning Engineers across projects as required.

Standards, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental and quality standards across all activities.
• Review and provide feedback on engineering deliverables and commissioning documentation.
• Promote best practice in quality, documentation and electrical installation standards.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain high professional standards and represent Clarke Energy positively on client sites.
• Travel extensively across the UK and Ireland, including periods of working away from home.
• Support project teams in meeting programme, quality and safety objectives.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Strong background in electrical engineering, installation or commissioning.
• Proven experience working with LV and HV systems within construction or energy projects.
• Demonstrable site-based experience, with the ability to coordinate and support installation activities.
• Good understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.
• Working knowledge of BS7671 (18th Edition).
• ECS/CSCS card (or equivalent).
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and documentation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel extensively.

Desirable Experience

• 2391 Inspection & Testing (or equivalent).
• Experience with CHP, power generation or energy infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of commissioning processes and documentation systems.
• Exposure to quality auditing or structured QA processes.

The Person

• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Reliable, proactive and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Strong communicator with the ability to build relationships across multiple stakeholders.
• Adaptable and responsive in a fast-paced, site-based environment.

The Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday, with enhanced entitlement based on length of service
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• 7% company pension contribution
• Health care cash plan
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional development and training opportunities

About Clarke Energy

Clarke Energy, a Rehlko company, is an award-winning multinational specialist in the engineering, installation and maintenance of sustainable energy solutions. Renowned for delivering high-quality installations supported by reliable and accountable aftersales service, we are at the forefront of supporting the transition to low-carbon power generation.

Ready to make an impact?

If you are an Electrical Engineer with strong commissioning and quality experience looking to play a key role in delivering complex energy projects, we would love to hear from you.

About Us

Clarke proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Clarke at https://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are. In addition to the investment in your development, Clarke offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?"

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