Marine Electrical and Control Engineer

Anemoi Marine Technologies Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine technology firm is looking for a Marine Electrical & Control Engineer to work in a hybrid environment. You will design and integrate control systems for innovative Rotor Sail technology. Responsibilities include developing marine electrical systems, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating with engineers. Ideal candidates will have relevant degrees, experience in marine systems, and strong problem-solving abilities. Join us in a collaborative environment focused on sustainable shipping solutions.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Involvement in cutting-edge projects

Qualifications

• Degree or other relevant qualifications in Electrical / Control Engineering.
• Proven experience in marine electrical systems development, design, integration, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with shipboard power management systems, switchboards, diesel generators, and shaft generators.
• Experience communicating with ship staff to troubleshoot systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and review electrical and control systems for Rotor Sails.
• Specify and integrate PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and associated interfaces.
• Prepare technical documentation including wiring diagrams and operational manuals.
• Ensure compliance with marine classification societies and IEC standards.

Skills

Proven experience in marine electrical systems development

Proven PLC Coding experience

Strong problem-solving skills

Good working knowledge of PLC Systems and VFDs

Experience with programming languages such as Python and C#

Familiarity with CAD tools

Clear written and spoken English

Strong verbal communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical / Control Engineering

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

Job Title : Marine Electrical & Control Engineer

Location : Hybrid (2 office days per week in London or Brockenhurst)

Department : Engineering

Reports To : Principal Electrical and Control Engineer

Job Type : Permanent

Travel : Occasional visits to China and worldwide for attendance to Anemoi's Rotor Sail factory and ships

Job Summary : Be part of an innovative and collaborative team driving the future of sustainable marine technology. As a Marine Electrical and Control Engineer, you'll contribute to the design and integration of advanced control systems for our pioneering Rotor Sail technology-a clean propulsion solution helping to decarbonize global shipping. You'll work in an open, friendly environment where knowledge is shared, creativity is encouraged, and every team member plays a vital role. Collaborating with automation, mechanical, and project engineers, you'll help deliver safe, efficient, and compliant electrical systems that support the next generation of low-emission vessels.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design, develop, and review electrical and control systems for Rotor Sails including power distribution, electro-mechanical control, automation, and instrumentation.
• Specify and integrate PLCs, HMIs, VFDs and associated Interfaces for our Rotor Sail products.
• Develop instrumentation, measurement and data acquisition systems including ship to shore communications.
• Prepare technical documentation including wiring diagrams, bills of materials, cable schedules, load calculations, commissioning and testing procedures, operational and maintenance manuals.
• Develop and enhance functionality of our Control system to improve performance of the Rotor Sails and integrate the equipment onto new vessel types.
• Ensure compliance with relevant marine classification societies (e.g., DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register) and IEC standards and assist with obtaining product approvals from those classification societies.
• Support procurement and production by preparing technical specifications and evaluating vendor proposals.
• Support the installation of our Rotor Sails onto vessels including integration design with the vessel electrical and control systems.
• Provide remote or on-site technical support during commissioning, testing, sea trials and operational handover.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Degree or other relevant qualifications in Electrical / Control Engineering.
• Proven experience in marine electrical systems development, design, integration and commissioning.
• Proven PLC Coding xperience (ideally Siemens TIA Portal)
• Familiarity with shipboard power management systems, switchboards, diesel generators and shaft generators.
• Good working knowledge of PLC Systems and VFDs and associated hardware.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary teamExperience with programming languages such as Python and C#.
• Familiarity with CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
• Knowledge of marine regulations and standards including Class rule requirements for design approval and plan approval.
• Willingness to travel for shipboard inspections, commissioning, and trials.
• Experience communicating with ship staff to troubleshoot systems.
• Experience working with shipyards on refit and new builds.

Desirable Skills :

• Experience with Hazardous Area Equipment and Installations : CompEx certification (or equivalent)
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.

Personal Qualities and Competences :

• Clear written and spoken English
• Strong verbal communication skills, including adapting to the audience
• Co-operative approach
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Creative / innovative approach
• High attention to detail and thorough approach
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic "start-up" environment
• Willingness to travel : for business meetings with ship owners and designers; occasional travel for longer periods (3-4 weeks) for assistance in project commissioning
• Willingness and flexibility to attend client vessels for troubleshooting

What We Offer :

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification.
• Involvement in cutting-edge marine technology projects.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.