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Hunter Selection Limited; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Enhanced Pension

25 days + Bank Holiday

Job summary

Hunter Selection Limited in Chippenham, Wiltshire, seeks a Project Engineer to manage control system projects from initial assessment through commissioning and completion. You will interpret technical requirements, contribute to specifications, select materials, design layouts and oversee testing and deployment on site.

The role may involve domestic and international travel for start-up and support; expect client liaison, strong communication, and adherence to quality and schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control Systems or related field.
• Knowledge of electrical principles relevant to control systems.
• Experience with wiring methods, I/O hardware and panel design.
• Ability to read P&IDs, flow and electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with motor control centres and VFDs.
• Proficiency with PC hardware and Windows software.

Responsibilities

• Develop proficiency with proprietary control software platforms.
• Program and configure PLCs, DCS and HMIs as needed.
• Travel domestically and internationally for start-up and support.
• Prepare project documentation and ensure quality within timelines.
• Communicate effectively with clients and internal teams.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Reading schematics

Project coordination

Client liaison

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control Systems

Tools

PLC hardware

DCS systems

HMI software

Windows PC knowledge

Scripting basics

Job description

Commutable from Melksham, Westbury, Frome, Trowbridge, Swindon, Bath

A rare opportunity to join a leading engineering firm in Chippenham, Wiltshire as a Project Engineer. They specialise in the lifecycle of control system projects, from initial assessment through to commissioning and project completion. Key duties include interpreting technical requirements, contributing to project specifications, selecting and procuring materials, designing system layouts and drawings (not drafting), and overseeing the assembly, configuration, testing, and deployment of control systems. The role involves active participation in system testing, client liaison, and onsite installation activities.

• Shift Hours: Days role Monday to Friday
• 25 days + Bank Holiday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Group Income Protection Plan
• Company Life Assurance Plan
• Enhanced Pension

Role & Responsibilities:

The Project Engineer is expected to develop proficiency with proprietary control software platforms and may be tasked with programming and configuring third-party industrial control hardware such as PLCs, DCS systems, and HMIs. Domestic and international travel may be required for system start-up, commissioning, and ongoing support.

Effective communication with clients and internal teams is essential, along with a sound understanding of electrical and control system principles. Responsibilities also include preparing project documentation, troubleshooting control systems, and ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards within scheduled timelines

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Control Systems, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Basic knowledge of electrical and electronic principles relevant to control systems.
• Experience with wiring methods, I/O hardware, and panel design.
• Familiarity with control system instrumentation and their applications.
• Understanding of motor control centres, switchgear, starters, and variable frequency drives.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings such as P&IDs, flow diagrams, logic diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of serial and network communication protocols and standards.
• Competence with PC hardware, Windows-based software, and basic software development or scripting skills.
• Troubleshooting skills for control systems and components.

Shifts & Benefits Package:

• Shift: - Days
• Shift Hours: Days role Monday to Friday
• 25 days + Bank Holiday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Group Income Protection Plan
• Company Life Assurance Plan
• Enhanced Pension

Job Reference:

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Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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