Job Description
TEXO Recruitment are currently looking for an Electrical Controls Engineer for our external client in Teesside on a Permanent & Hybrid basis. The Engineer will join the Marine Engineering Team, providing support in the design, integration, maintenance, and optimisation of electrical and control systems within a complex operational environment. The role offers a combination of project based work and operational support in a safety critical, highly regulated industry.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and develop electrical and control systems, including PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and associated automation hardware and software.
* Produce functional design specifications, control philosophies, and technical documentation.
* Work closely with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to integrate control systems into wider mechanical and electrical infrastructure.
* Carry out testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical and control systems.
* Support ongoing maintenance and optimisation, improving system availability, reliability, and operational efficiency.
* Diagnose and resolve faults on electrical and control systems, implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
* Ensure all work complies with relevant electrical standards, health & safety legislation, and environmental requirements.
* Prepare and maintain technical reports, manuals, drawings, and system documentation.
* Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, execution, and handover.
Requirements:
* Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng) in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
* Strong experience with PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Bachmann, or similar IEC programming platforms).
* Knowledge of SCADA and HMI systems and AC/DC motor drives (e.g. Siemens, ABB).
* Ability to read, interpret, and produce electrical and control schematics.
* Experience with industrial automation, instrumentation, and communication protocols such as Profibus, Profinet, RS232, TCP/IP, and fibre optic systems.
* Strong analytical and fault finding skills.
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
* Ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet project deadlines.
If this opportunity seems of interest, please contact Brooke Nesbit at TEXO Recruitment on 01670 331846 or send your CV to brooke.nesbit@texorecruitment.co.uk