Hardware Engineer

VIQU Limited; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VIQU Limited is seeking a Hardware Engineer to contribute to the design and delivery of complex electrical systems in a safety-critical nuclear environment. This role entails collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, producing detailed designs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will have a proven background in electrical infrastructure and be proficient in AutoCAD Electrical.

Benefits

Referral bonus of up to GBP1,000

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical panel and PLC system design.
• Strong understanding of relevant low-voltage standards and regulations.
• Willingness to travel for project support.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control panels and low-voltage distribution systems.
• Produce detailed drawings and documentation using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Skills

Electrical panel design

PLC systems

LV distribution systems

Electrical infrastructure

AutoCAD Electrical

BS7671 (18th Edition)

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status

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 (phone number removed) (Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies)

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during the full lifecycle 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).

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