Hardware Engineer

Description:

HARDWARE ENGINEER - INSIDE IR35 - £60 PER HOUR - UNDERGO SC - STAFFORDSHIRE - 12 MONTHS - GREEN ENERGY BUSINESS

Yolk Recruitment are recruiting for a Hardware Engineer to join our client on an initial 12 month contract working from their site in Staffordshire; the role is hybid working with 2/3 days onsite expected per week.

Lead and manage the project team.
Review and approve team-developed designs.
Ensure team compliance with agreed procedures, methods, and engineering design standards.
Interpret and verify customer data, specifications, and drawings.
Lead and develop system designs based on customer information.
Oversee the creation and modification of Design Packs, including system drawings, general arrangements, schematics, wiring diagrams, and site cable drawings.
Produce client design documentation and test documentation.
Generate all necessary documentation to support system production, such as Functional Design Specifications (FDS), test documentation, and manuals.
Lead site surveys and assist in preparing Health and Safety documentation.
Support site acceptance testing and commissioning.
Assist in the production of tender documents and cost estimates.

Essential Skills

Experience and proficiency in control systems within the energy market or similar utilities.
Competence in field cabling systems (Power, Instrumentation, Control, and Communications), including surveying, identifying routes, and performing cable calculations for sizing and earthing/protection.
Competence in control panel design incorporating PLC, I/O, communication cards, and UPS systems.
Educated to at least a degree level in a relevant subject, or an HND with at least five years of post-graduate experience or six years post-HND experience in successful project implementation in the relevant areas.
Proficient with Microsoft Word, AutoCAD, and Excel.
Methodical in interpreting customer requirements and delivering project documentation.
Understanding of the full project lifecycle.
Possession of a current full UK driving license (or ability to convert to a full UK license).
Willingness to undergo a basic disclosure check in Scotland.

Desirable Skills

Preference will be given to candidates with the following:

Experience with at least one of the following:
Rockwell (Control Logix)
Siemens (PC7S, TIA Portal)
Schneider (M580, M340)
Site installation and commissioning experience of control systems.
Experience with Motor Control Centres (specification, procurement, installation).
Good understanding of BS7671 IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
Awareness and understanding of DSEAR regulations and hazardous area applications.
Awareness and understanding of Functional Safety (IEC 61508/61511).
Ability to work to deadlines and within budgets.
Familiarity with databases