Hardware Engineer

Capula; Stone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advanced system integration seeks a Hardware Engineer to join their team. The role entails designing hardware systems and requires a relevant degree along with skills in AutoCAD and strong communication abilities. Successful candidates will thrive in a challenging yet supportive environment focused on diverse perspectives.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in designing PLCs and LV distribution systems.
• Good understanding of safety and environmental legislation.
• Understanding of BS7671 IEE 18th Edition Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Designing hardware systems using proprietary components.
• Preparing, reviewing, and checking calculations and designs.
• Involves limited travel for site surveys and solution designing.

Skills

Knowledge of designing electrical panels

Design of electrical cabling

Excellent communication skills

Ability to mentor and develop engineers

Education

Degree or HND in relevant subject

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Hardware Engineer

With a focus on operational technology and digital transformation, Capula, part of the Dalkia Group, has been a leader in advanced system integration for decades; optimising efficiency & delivering performance on a massive scale. But with continuous innovation at the heart of our business, we've always got our sights set on the future. We work in some of the most highly regulated and challenging industrial environments, and have delivered critical projects across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing.

At Capula, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is celebrated in all its forms. We actively encourage applications from individuals of minority backgrounds, underrepresented groups, and those with disabilities. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives.

Summary of Role:

We are looking to recruit either Control Panel/Hardware design engineers to join Capula and be part of a world class team as we begin to prepare for our exciting projects. The role involves designing hardware systems mainly using proprietary hardware components for control panels, focusing on PLCs, MCCs, Drives & Controls, and Switchgear. Responsibilities include preparing, reviewing, and checking calculations and design. The work may involve limited travel, including periods away at customer sites for surveys and designing solutions.

Essential Requirements:

• Knowledge of designing electrical panels containing PLCs and LV distribution systems.
• Design of electrical cabling and containment systems.
• Educated to at least degree level in relevant subject or HND with additional experience on project implementation.
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical, Microsoft Office Word & Excel.
• Must be able to achieve security clearance to at least SC level, and possibly DV.
• Excellent communication skills for client contact and mentoring.
• Ability to mentor and develop engineers and technicians.
• Knowledge of related safety and environmental legislation.
• Ability to develop technical solutions to meet project and customer expectations.
• Understanding of BS7671 IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Understanding of IEC BS EN 61439-1, Low-voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies.
• Confidence to work within a multidisciplinary design team.
• Experience working with production to see the design through to completion.

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in a highly regulated industry.
• Understanding of EMC practices.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineering status or working towards it.
• MEng qualification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Site experience (survey/installation).

Personal Qualities:

• Leadership and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility in working methods.
• Positive attitude and problem-solving mindset.

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working.
• Pension scheme.
• Life assurance policy.
• Private healthcare.
• Salary sacrifice programme.
• Mental health support.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Green car scheme.
• Support for professional engineer status and memberships.

Note: We are currently working with only our preferred employment agencies.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to hr@capula, quoting Job ID 1768738253.