Commissioning Engineer - #2745799

Hanley Energy is a globally recognised, innovative company specialising in critical power and energy management solutions. With operations in Germany, Ireland, the USA, Australia, the Nordics, and South Africa, we deliver best-in-class services in control systems, power distribution, commissioning, and project delivery for mission-critical environments.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Controls Commissioning Engineer with a qualified electrician background to join our team in Frankfurt. This site-based role is ideal for someone who has hands-on experience in electrical installation and is ready to take the next step into commissioning — overseeing and finalising the deployment of critical electrical systems.

Location: Frankfurt, Germany

Employment Type: Full-time | Site-Based

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the on-site commissioning, testing, and validation of electrical systems, ensuring full functionality in line with project specifications
• Collaborate closely with project managers, site supervisors, and subcontractors to align commissioning activities with critical project timelines and quality standards
• Proactively identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues during installation and commissioning phases, ensuring smooth system handover to the client
• Perform system-level checks, functional testing, and performance verification across a range of electrical and control systems
• Prepare and maintain clear, detailed commissioning documentation, including test records, issue logs, and sign-off reports
• Interpret and work from electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, schematics, and layout plans with a high degree of accuracy
• Uphold and enforce all relevant health, safety, and compliance standards across commissioning activities
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by contributing technical insights and feedback to design and installation teams

Your Profile

• Fully qualified electrician (completed apprenticeship or equivalent trade certification)
• Strong site experience, preferably in commercial or industrial settings
• Exposure to or interest in commissioning activities is desirable
• Skilled in reading and understanding electrical schematics and installation standards
• Effective communicator with a proactive, solution-oriented approach
• Fluent in English; German language skills are an advantage
• Travel to customer sites within the Frankfurt region required; international travel will also be required on a project by project basis.
• Valid driver’s license

What We Offer

At Hanley Energy, we are committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. Our benefits package includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Company Healthcare Plan
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Referral Programme
• Hanley Energy Affinity Scheme
• Wellbeing Programme
• Death in Service Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance for Approved Training Programmes
• Structured In-House Training
• Free Parking at All Locations
• Free Barista Coffee Machines at All Hanley Energy Facilities
• Excellent Career Development Opportunities
• Hybrid Work Model Where Applicable