Lead Controls Engineer

Xcede; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Lead Engineer – Drive System Specialist to oversee complex engineering projects. This role involves managing engineering activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and mentoring junior engineers. Key responsibilities include leading the Functional Safety lifecycle and producing software design specifications for various systems. The ideal candidate will collaborate with project managers to ensure timely and budget-friendly project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering activities across projects.
• Take full ownership of the Functional Safety lifecycle.
• Supervise and guide teams of engineers.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to deliver projects.
• Produce software design specifications and develop software deliverables.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Lead Engineer – Drive System Specialist to take ownership of engineering activities across complex projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering activities across projects, ensuring compliance with client expectations, legal requirements, and industry standards.
• Take full ownership of the Functional Safety lifecycle within projects.
• Supervise, guide, and motivate teams of engineers, including external contractors, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Mentor apprentices, trainees, junior, and graduate engineers to foster professional development.
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers to deliver projects on time and within budget, proactively identifying and mitigating technical risks.
• Participate in the Engineering Management Working Group, contributing to the development of internal standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop electrical and controls concept designs, including Functional Design Specifications, Safety Requirements Specifications, Single Line Diagrams, Network Topologies, Device Layouts, Cause & Effect Matrices, and Safety Block Diagrams.
• Produce software design specifications and develop software / configuration deliverables for PLCs, HMI, SCADA, robots, drives, BMS, and related systems.
• Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Commissioning, and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Maintain and own the Technical Construction File.
• Undertake other duties as required to support project and business objectives.