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Location: Venlo, Netherlands (Hybrid)
Department: Installations & Commissioning
Reports to: Installation & Commissioning Manager

Company Overview

Our client is an international leader in sustainable process engineering solutions, supporting projects globally across biogas, CO₂ recovery, and related process technologies. Due to significant growth in their project portfolio, they are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join their team.

Position Summary

The Commissioning Engineer is responsible for the on-site execution, commissioning, and handover of customer projects. This role oversees all commissioning activities following the design, production, and installation phases, ensuring quality standards, timelines, and client requirements are achieved. The Commissioning Engineer will report directly to the Installation & Commissioning Manager and collaborate closely with the Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Site Management

Supervise on-site works, ensuring safe and efficient project execution

Maintain project planning, monitor progress, and escalate delays where necessary

Coordinate with customers and subcontractors to maintain progress

Complete and manage site documentation, including timesheets, punch lists, certificates, and as-built records

Oversee relevant certification and sign-off processes with the customer

Commissioning

Develop and maintain a commissioning plan in collaboration with the project manager and customer

Prepare and execute commissioning activities, including leak testing, system vacuuming, I/O testing, and safety checks

Provide training to customer operators (theoretical and practical)

Conduct performance tests and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) to ensure project readiness for handover

Maintain commissioning documentation, including progress reports, refrigerant logbooks, software downloads, and acceptance certificates

Communication & Coordination

Act as the communication link between the site, project team, and installation & commissioning departments

Ensure clear, timely, and effective information flow

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS)

Maintain a safe working environment and ensure all safety tools and equipment are calibrated and up to date

Required Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Process, Chemical, Marine, or Mechanical Engineering

Minimum of 3 years of experience in commissioning or project-based engineering roles

Strong technical knowledge of refrigeration, process, and control technology

Proficient in English (spoken and written)

Competent with MS Office tools

Familiarity with relevant guidelines and norms (e.g., CE PED, ATEX)

Self-motivated, proactive, and flexible, with resilience under pressure

Collaborative team player with strong communication and customer-facing skills

Analytical with a solution-focused, quality-driven mindset

Ability to manage and coordinate complex processes

Benefits

International working environment with opportunities for career development

Supportive onboarding and ongoing training

Inclusive and diverse workplace culture

Competitive compensation and benefits

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