Hardware Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in advanced system integration seeks Control Panel/Hardware design engineers to design hardware systems using proprietary components for control panels. Candidates must possess relevant educational qualifications and exhibit strong problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and teamwork. The role might require limited travel for onsite surveys and designing solutions in various regulated industrial environments.

Benefits

Pension

Life assurance policy

Salary sacrifice programme

Mental health assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Support in achieving professional engineer status (IEng, CEng)

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PLC’s and LV distribution systems.
• Must achieve security clearance to at least SC level.
• Understanding of BS7671 IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design hardware systems mainly using proprietary components for control panels.
• Prepare and check necessary calculations and design for projects.
• Mentor and develop engineers and technicians.

Skills

Designing electrical panels

Communication skills

Problem solving mindset

Education

Degree level in relevant subject or HND

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Microsoft Office

Job description

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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 upcoming exciting projects. The role is to design hardware systems mainly using proprietary hardware components for control panels and primarily focused on PLC’s, MCCs, Drives & Controls, and Switchgear. Preparing, reviewing and checking necessary calculations and design. The work may involve limited travel with the possibility of some periods away at customer sites carrying out surveys and designing solutions

• Knowledge of designing electrical panels containing PLC’s 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
• It is essential that candidates have excellent communication skills as client contact and mentoring is required.
• Ability to mentor and develop engineers and technicians
• A good working knowledge of related safety and environmental legislation.
• Able to develop technical solutions to meet project and customer expectations
• Thorough understanding of, or working towards, 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
• Working with production to see the design through to completion.
• Worked previously in a highly regulated industry.
• Understanding of EMC practices
• Will hold or will be working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineering status
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills in English

Personal Qualities:

• Ability to lead and work in a team
• Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
• Flexible in their methods of working
• Problem solving mindset

In return Capula offers the following benefits to permanent employees

• Pension
• Life assurance policy
• Salary sacrifice programme
• Mental health assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Support in achieving professional engineer status (IEng, CEng) and professional memberships fees covered

NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: We are currently working with only our preferred suppliers.

To express an interest in this position, simply apply below or you can e-mail with a cover letter and CV, quoting the job reference number.