Hardware Engineer

VIQU Ltd; Stone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nuclear sector is seeking a Hardware Engineer for a full-time, on-site role in Stone. The successful candidate will design and deliver complex electrical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

Referral bonus of up to GBP1,000

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing electrical panels and PLC systems.
• Strong understanding of BS7671 (18th Edition) and IEC standards.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site with customers.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control panels and PLC systems for industrial applications.
• Produce detailed drawings using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Collaborate on projects from design to commissioning.

Skills

Electrical panel design

PLC systems design

AutoCAD Electrical

BS7671 standards knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Hardware Engineer
Location: Stone, Staffordshire(On-site - 5 days per week)
Salary: Market Related
Type: Full-time, Permanent

VIQU has partnered with a leading organisation in the nuclear sector to recruit a Hardware Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly regulated and safety-critical environment, contributing to the design and delivery of complex electrical systems for industrial automation and control.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design electrical control panels, PLC systems, and low-voltage distribution systems for industrial applications

• Design electrical cabling and containment systems in line with project and industry standards

• Produce and maintain detailed drawings and documentation using AutoCAD Electrical

• Ensure designs comply with BS7671 IEE Wiring Regulations (18th Edition) and IEC/BS EN 61439-1 (Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies)

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during the full life cycle of projects, including installation and commissioning

• Travel to and stay at customer sites as required for project delivery and support

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience designing electrical panels, PLC systems, LV distribution systems, and electrical infrastructure

• Knowledge of electrical cabling and containment system design

• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical

• Strong understanding of BS7671 (18th Edition) and relevant low-voltage switchgear/controlgear standards

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Willingness to travel and work on-site with customers

Desirable Skills:

• Background in a highly regulated industry such as nuclear, defence, or aerospace

• Knowledge of EMC compliance and associated design practices

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (or working towards it)

To find out more about this opportunity, please APPLY NOW for a no-obligation conversation with your VIQU Consultant. You can also contact Phoebe Rees via the VIQU IT Recruitment website.

If you know someone who could be a good fit for this role, VIQU offers a referral bonus of up to GBP1,000 (terms apply).