Freelance Control System Commissioning Engineer (m/f/d)

For our Corporate Engineering team, we are looking for an

Freelance Control System Commissioning Engineer (m/f/d)

Reference number: 61/2026

Our benefits:

A varied and challenging job in an international, successful and economically stable company where your commitment is valued

Opportunities for personal and professional development through further training programs

Additional benefits vary depending on the country of employment

Your responsibilities:

Commissioning of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and automation systems for Air Separation Units

Execution of loop checks, instrumentation testing, and functional verification of field devices and actuators

Performance of Cause & Effect tests and control system validation

Support and execution of Site Acceptance Tests (SAT)

Commissioning and tuning of process control loops

Troubleshooting and resolution of control system and automation issues

Support cold and hot commissioning phases through plant start-up

Close collaboration with Process, Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation, and Project Management teams

Documentation of commissioning activities, test reports, and punch list management

Training of customer operations and maintenance personnel

Support plant performance testing and final handover activities

Your profile:

Degree or technical qualification in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline

Several years of experience in commissioning industrial process plants

Proven experience with Air Separation Units (ASUs), industrial gases, or cryogenic facilities is highly desirable

Strong hands-on experience with DCS platforms such as:

ABB Freelance

Siemens PCS 7

Emerson DeltaV

Yokogawa CENTUM VP

Sound knowledge of instrumentation, process control, and automation engineering

Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex process systems

Fluent English communication skills (spoken and written)

Willingness to travel internationally for extended project assignment

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