Hardware Design Engineer

About the position

We are currently working with a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.
Their aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. They work within Oil & Gas, Power, Chemical and Food & Beverage.

Job Responsibilities:

• Primarily you will assume a project delivery role.
• Work in the project team to design and deliver new Pro-Safe hardwired safety control systems in accordance with lifecycle and engineering practices.
• Design and execute modification work scopes for existing Pro-Safe hardwired safety control systems in accordance with lifecycle and engineering practices.
• On occasions you may also be expected to assume a support role, by attending our client onshore/offshore sites to carry out maintenance, installation and commissioning activities.
• Support our sales team to deliver quotations by preparing sales supports for projects/modifications/renewals of the support contracts.
• Develop customer awareness of safety engineering capabilities.
• Assist in supporting the department with the development / maintenance of all necessary procedures & documentation associated with IEC61508/61511 certification.
• Assist with Training when requested, and to ensure full conversancy with the latest versions of Safety Shutdown & Distributed Control Systems.

Experience Required:

• Recognised qualification in either Electrical / Mechanical / Control Engineering or equivalent.
• BOSIET/medical certificates or prepared to undergo training on commencement of the post.
• Experience with the maintenance of Safety Shutdown & Distributed Control Systems onshore and offshore.
• Knowledge of IEE 17th edition wiring regulations.
• Wiring experience is desirable.
• Functional safety experience, as well as certification is desirable.
• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant industry experience.
• Can demonstrate a good understanding of relay logic and PLCs.
• Experience using AutoCAD.
• Experience using Windows and Office Applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint.