Electrical Control Engineer
21 hours ago
Doncaster
LOCATION: Hartlepool JOB TYPE: Permanent (Hybrid) Role Overview TEXO Recruitment are working in partnership with one of the UK’s largest port operators to recruit an Electrical & Controls Engineer to join their Marine Engineering team based in Hartlepool. This is a key engineering role supporting the design, integration, maintenance, and optimisation of electrical and control systems across a complex operational environment. The position offers a blend of project-based work and operational support within a safety-critical, regulated industry. Key Responsibilities: • Design and develop electrical and control systems, including PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and associated automation hardware and software., • Produce functional design specifications, control philosophies, and technical documentation., • Work closely with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to integrate control systems into wider mechanical and electrical infrastructure., • Carry out testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical and control systems., • Support ongoing maintenance and optimisation, improving system availability, reliability, and operational efficiency., • Diagnose and resolve faults on electrical and control systems, implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence., • Ensure all work complies with relevant electrical standards, health & safety legislation, and environmental requirements., • Prepare and maintain technical reports, manuals, drawings, and system documentation., • Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, execution, and handover. Skills, Qualifications & Experience: • Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng) in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience., • Strong experience with PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Bachmann, or similar IEC programming platforms)., • Knowledge of SCADA and HMI systems and AC/DC motor drives (e.g. Siemens, ABB)., • Ability to read, interpret, and produce electrical and control schematics., • Experience with industrial automation, instrumentation, and communication protocols such as Profibus, Profinet, RS232, TCP/IP, and fibre optic systems., • Strong analytical and fault-finding skills., • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities., • Ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet project deadlines. To apply, please contact Hannah Thomson at TEXO Recruitment on 07768 735732 / 01224 446789 or email your CV to