Electrical Engineer PLC

Innovate; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in defense and space manufacturing is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with PLC design expertise. This hybrid role involves contributing to innovative system designs, collaborating across teams for optimal solutions, and leading a talented group of engineers. You will be responsible for generating critical engineering documentation and ensuring that all solutions meet stringent engineering and company standards. If you are passionate about electrical engineering and looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical and electronics design skills required.
• Experience with PLC-based control systems and industrial automation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to new system designs and address technical queries.
• Lead and mentor a team, ensuring compliance and performance.

Skills

Electrical Design Skills

Electronics Design Skills

Design Calculations

CAD Tools Proficiency

PLC-based Control Systems

Industrial Automation

Knowledge of IEC 61508

HV/LV System Design

Power Distribution

Battery Systems Knowledge

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent Experience

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Electrical Engineer PLC

Senior Electrical Engineer (PLC Design Expertise) – Glasgow (Hybrid)

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to new system and product designs, addressing technical queries for existing products.
• Collaborate with sales, supply chain, and production for optimal technical solutions.
• Generate part numbers, BOMs, and source components.
• Produce engineering documentation (specifications, proposals, testing procedures, reports).
• Ensure timely delivery of solutions within budget, meeting engineering and company standards.
• Serve as technical approver for relevant documentation.
• Lead and mentor a team, ensuring performance, development, and compliance.
• Implement competence framework, training, and performance reviews.

Requirements:

• Strong electrical and electronics design skills.
• Proficient in design calculations and CAD tools.
• Experience with PLC-based control systems, industrial automation (e.g., Profibus, CANbus, Ethernet).
• Knowledge of IEC 61508 for critical applications.
• Experience in HV/LV system design, power distribution, and battery systems (up to 150 kWh).
• Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Familiar with marine/defence standards (e.g., LR, DNV, DEFSTAN).

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing