At a Glance
- Tasks: Support complex offshore vessel projects and develop expertise in marine electrical systems.
- Company: Leading organisation in marine engineering with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and exposure to cutting-edge marine technologies.
- Other info: Opportunity to specialise in marine assurance and dynamic positioning systems.
- Why this job: Join a skilled team and work on advanced offshore vessels and energy projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electrical, Control Systems, or related engineering discipline required.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
A leading organisation is expanding its specialist team and is seeking an Electrical, Instrumentation & Control Systems Engineer to support complex offshore vessel projects worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to work on technically challenging Dynamic Positioning (DP) and marine power system projects, developing specialist expertise across vessel electrical systems, automation, control, and marine assurance. You will join a highly skilled multidisciplinary team supporting clients across the offshore energy and marine industries, providing technical assurance and engineering expertise throughout the vessel lifecycle.
As an Electrical, Instrumentation & Control Systems Engineer, you will support the assessment and assurance of modern offshore vessels and their associated electrical and control systems. Your responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing marine electrical system designs, documentation, and technical studies
- Supporting Dynamic Positioning (DP) system assurance activities
- Assessing vessel power generation, distribution, and redundancy arrangements
- Reviewing electrical failure scenarios and supporting FMEA activities
- Supporting Power Management System (PMS) and Integrated Automation System (IAS) reviews
- Assessing vessel automation and control system architectures
- Reviewing propulsion, thruster, and variable frequency drive systems
- Supporting vessel trials, commissioning activities, and offshore inspections
- Producing clear technical reports and engineering documentation for clients
The role will provide exposure to a wide range of marine technologies, including modern DP vessels, hybrid power solutions, and emerging decarbonisation technologies.
You may come from a background such as:
- Marine Electrical Engineering
- Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering
- Control Systems Engineering
- Automation Engineering
- Power Systems Engineering
- Electrical Design Engineering
- Marine equipment or technology suppliers
You should have:
- A degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Electronic, Control Systems, Automation, or a related engineering discipline
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- The ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical documentation, and system philosophies
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce clear technical reports
- A proactive approach and willingness to develop specialist knowledge within marine assurance
Experience in the following areas would be highly advantageous:
- Marine electrical power systems
- Vessel power generation and distribution
- Closed bus power plant configurations
- Electrical protection systems
- Power Management Systems (PMS)
- Integrated Automation Systems (IAS)
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Thruster control systems
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Hybrid marine power systems
This is an opportunity to move beyond traditional engineering roles and become a specialist within marine assurance, working on some of the most advanced offshore vessels and energy projects in the industry. Whether you are an experienced marine electrical engineer or an engineer looking to specialise in DP systems and marine assurance, this role offers the opportunity to build expertise in one of the most technically demanding areas of offshore engineering.
Electrical, Instrumentation and Control Systems Engineer in Huntly employer: Faststream
Join a leading organisation in Aberdeenshire that champions innovation and technical excellence in marine engineering. As an Electrical, Instrumentation & Control Systems Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing offshore vessel projects, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive work culture. Enjoy the unique advantage of working on cutting-edge technologies while contributing to sustainable energy solutions in a collaborative environment.
