We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.
Yara is a global leader in the development, manufacture, and marketing of speciality nutrients and biostimulants that support regenerative agriculture worldwide. Due to growth expectations and strategic importance of the products made in the UK, we are building a new global production plant at Howden, East Yorkshire.
We are currently recruiting for experienced Test & Commissioning Engineer to join a specialised business within the fertilizer manufacturing sector, to assist commissioning on a new-build facility based in Howden, on a 6-month fixed-term contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex, cutting edge equipment and systems used in a demanding environment. The role would suit someone with strong electro-mechanical testing experience who excels at fault finding, problem solving, and hands-on engineering work. You will be involved with skilled multi-functional engineering teams in the setup, testing, commissioning, and early maintenance of sophisticated equipment and systems both on-site and within the production environment.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will:
What we’re looking for:
Desirable Qualifications:
At Yara, we provide not only a great place to work, but also a rewarding annual benefits package, including:
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Knowledge grows through differences
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.
As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.

Yara's mission is to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet. We pursue a strategy of sustainable value growth through reducing emissions from crop nutrition production and developing low-emission energy solutions. Yara’s ambition is focused on growing a nature-positive food future that creates value for our customers, shareholders and society at large and delivers a more sustainable food value chain.
To drive the green shift in fertilizer production, shipping, and other energy intensive industries, Yara will produce ammonia with significantly lower emissions. We provide digital tools for precision farming and work closely with partners at all levels of the food value chain to share knowledge and promote more efficient and sustainable solutions.
Founded in 1905 to solve the emerging famine in Europe, Yara has established a unique position as the industry’s only global crop nutrition company. With 18,000 employees and operations in more than 60 countries, sustainability is an integral part of our business model. In 2024, Yara reported revenues of USD 13.9 billion.