Electrical and Controls Project Engineer

Hexcel Corporation; Duxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel Corporation is seeking an experienced Electrical and Controls Project Engineer based in Duxford, UK. This role involves supporting maintenance and leading continuous improvement projects to enhance safety and production efficiency.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Electrical Engineering and has experience in manufacturing environments, with knowledge of PLC systems and strong problem-solving skills. Join Hexcel and contribute to innovation in advanced composite materials.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in manufacturing or process environments.
• Knowledge of PLC systems and industrial drives.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance, project, and process activities to improve safety and production efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement projects from concept through to implementation.
• Develop electrical and control system specifications for manufacturing equipment.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Electrical Controls/Instrumentation Engineering

PLC Systems

Fault-Finding Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

English – APAC/EMEA/EU

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and additive manufactured parts. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”

Electrical and Controls Project Engineer - Duxford, UK

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance, project, and process activities to improve safety and production efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement projects from concept through to implementation.
• Develop electrical and control system specifications for manufacturing equipment.
• Create and maintain electrical, instrumentation, and control documentation.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support site breakdowns and restore production in a timely manner.
• Participate in technical support call-out rota to minimise downtime.
• Propose and implement control system improvements across the site.Plan and manage project timelines, ensuring minimal disruption to production.
• Communicate project progress effectively to stakeholders and management.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Background in electrical controls/instrumentation engineering.
• Experience in manufacturing or process environments.
• Knowledge of PLC systems (e.g. Rockwell Logix 5000 & 500, RSView).
• Understanding of safety systems (e.g. SIL, Safety PLCs).
• Knowledge of industrial drives (e.g. Allen Bradley, ABB).
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills (e.g. 4–20mA loops, controllers).
• Familiarity with risk assessment methods (e.g. HAZOP, FMEA).Understanding of ATEX, commissioning, and machine safety standards.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and basic CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD, EPlan).

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country where the position is based.

Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.