Who We AreWhitewater Group is a leading provider of innovative and sustainable water treatment engineering systems operating in Ireland, the UK and across Europe in the Data Centre, Pharma, Power and Industrial sectors. We specialize in designing, installing, commissioning, and maintaining water treatment solutions to meet our clients' specific needs. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cost-effective engineering solutions that prioritize safety, reliability, and environmental sustainability.
Whitewater Group is headquartered in Naas Co. Kildare and operates from European bases in Spain, Sweden, Finland, and the UK, with plans for further offices in Germany, Denmark, and Italy. The Group is experiencing significant growth driven by its focus on off-site construction methods (OSM) for delivering turnkey projects, reducing on-site construction time to a minimum.
Role DescriptionDue to continued expansion, Whitewater is seeking a Pre-Commissioning Engineer (Electrical) to support the delivery of water treatment systems across European projects.This role is focused on electrical pre-commissioning activities, ensuring that electrical systems, control panels, instrumentation, and field devices are correctly installed, tested, and ready prior to energisation and live commissioning.The Pre-Commissioning Engineer will work closely with QA/QC, OSM, automation, and commissioning teams to identify and resolve issues early, helping ensure a smooth transition into commissioning and system start-up.
Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesElectrical Pre-Commissioning & Inspections to include:Carry out detailed electrical pre-commissioning inspections of:MCCs, control panels, PLC panels, VSDs, soft startersPumps, motors, actuated valves, instrumentation, and field devicesVerify installations against P&IDs, electrical schematics, I/O lists, and approved drawingsConfirm correct installation of power, control, and instrument cablingVerify earthing, bonding, labelling, and panel workmanshipIdentify installation or wiring issues and support timely resolutionProvide clear feedback on electrical readiness to support commissioning planning
Testing & Verification to include:Perform or witness electrical testing to include:Insulation resistance testingContinuity and earth checksPhase rotation and supply verificationSupport loop checks and point-to-point testing in coordination with automation teamsConfirm systems are safe and suitable for energisation
Interface & CoordinationWork closely with:QA/QC teamAutomation / PLC engineersCommissioning engineers and project teamsOSM team
DocumentationComplete and maintain pre-commissioning checklists and inspection records (ITP's)Ensure testing and inspection results are clearly recorded and traceableSupport the preparation of handover information required for commissioning activities
Required Qualifications and ExperienceDegree or trade qualification in Electrical Engineering, or an electrical trade-qualified background with experience in industrial systems and automation, or equivalent3+ years' experience in electrical installation, pre-commissioning, or site-based engineering rolesStrong understanding of:MCCs, control panels, VSDs, motors, and instrumentationAbility to read and work from:P&IDsElectrical schematicsI/O lists and construction drawingsStrong attention to detail and safety-focused approachPermit to work in the EU
DesirableExperience working on water treatment plants or within water treatment environmentsExposure to industrial process systems, utilities, or data centre infrastructurePrevious involvement in commissioning or system start-up activities
BenefitsCompetitive salaryAnnual bonusPension schemeOpportunity for progression within a growing commissioning team