Electrical Controls & Mechanical Engineer - Defence Systems (Hybrid)

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; West Devon; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Controls and Mechanical Engineer based in Plymouth, Devon, offering hybrid working. This full-time role involves designing and configuring mechanical handling systems that support critical defense infrastructure. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and relevant experience in automation or electrical control systems. The position offers a competitive salary starting from £43,935, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to Digital GP and health check

Employee share scheme

Holiday Trading benefit

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering

Excellent development opportunities

Qualifications

• Background in automation or electrical control systems.
• Proven experience in the design and substantiation of electrical or mechanical systems.
• Strong understanding of engineering regulations, legislation, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Designing and configuring mechanical handling assets across the site.
• Maintaining configuration of technical drawings and documentation.
• Specifying replacement equipment and supporting permanent modifications.
• Responding to technical queries and supporting fault diagnosis.
• Preparing asset health reports and scopes of work for projects.

Skills

Automation knowledge

Electrical control systems expertise

Understanding of engineering regulations

Proficiency in calculations and engineering drawings

Familiarity with safety systems

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Chartered status or working towards it

Job description

A leading defense engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Controls and Mechanical Engineer based in Plymouth, Devon, offering hybrid working. This full-time role involves designing and configuring mechanical handling systems that support critical defense infrastructure. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and relevant experience in automation or electrical control systems. The position offers a competitive salary starting from £43,935, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.