Senior Electrical Engineer (Controls PLC) in Westhill

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Permanent, Full-time

Westhill, Hybrid

Please note that this role requires security checks.

The Role:

The role focuses on delivering engineering design solutions and through‑life support across the JFD product range, from developing new designs to assisting clients with upgrades to existing equipment. It requires strong communication, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and excellent organisational skills. A meticulous, detail‑driven approach is essential, particularly when producing or reviewing technical documentation. The role also demands adaptability to changing requirements, ownership of tasks through to completion, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality work to tight deadlines. Ensuring solutions are cost‑efficient and delivered on time and within budget remains central to meeting expectations.

What you’ll be doing:

• Provide engineering design input to new systems and products and provide support to the existing product range by assessing technical queries.
• Liaise with internal JFD departments such as sales, supply chain and production to ensure the best technical solution is provided in all instances.
• Creation of part numbers and bill of materials and sourcing suitable components and materials when required.
• Creation of engineering documentation such as specifications, proposals, assembly instructions, test procedures, certification and reports and checking detailed manufacturing drawings and documentation.
• Ensuring engineering solutions are provided on time and on budget and adhere to engineering and company standards and processes (compliance to internal and external standards and regulations).
• Accountability and responsibility as the discipline technical approver of drawings and documentation generated within the JFD engineering team.
• Where applicable, responsible for promoting engagement to achieve a resilient diverse high performing team.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven electrical and control system design skills.
• Experience with major PLC platforms: Siemens (TIA Portal/Step 7), WAGO, Codesys etc.
• Ability to write, debug, and optimize code in:

• Ladder Logic
• Structured Text
• Function Block Diagrams

• HMIs
• Drives
• Remote I/O

Why join us?

• Early finish on Fridays
• Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.)
• Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility
• Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions
• Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations

About Us:

James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.

If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click ‘apply’ now! Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.