Hardware Engineer

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.