Controls Laboratory Engineer
On-siteStafford, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Support the design, development, and testing of Control & Protection hardware systems for HVDC applications. Produce and maintain engineering documentation including schematics, wiring diagrams, interconnection drawings, and test records. Assist with hardware verification, qualification testing, and laboratory fault investigation. Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and lifecycle management activities for existing products. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project quality and EHS requirements. Support continuous improvement activities within the laboratory and engineering environment.
Required Qualifications
- Understanding of Control & Protection hardware systems and associated electrical engineering principles
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings
- Familiarity with panel wiring, interconnections, and low-voltage power distribution
- Awareness of industrial communication protocols and standards including IEC 61850
- Familiarity with protection relays, SCADA systems, RTUs, and industrial automation equipment
- Knowledge of component-level testing, fault finding, and basic hardware troubleshooting techniques
- Understanding of engineering documentation, technical specifications, and reporting practices
- Awareness of cybersecurity principles within industrial control systems
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team
- Good communication and organisational skills with the ability to work to deadlines
Desired Qualifications
- Experience within industrial control systems environments
- Experience working in a laboratory, test, or development environment
- Familiarity with IEC and IEEE standards relevant to Control & Protection systems
- Basic understanding of power system protection principles and fault analysis
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