Controls Engineer

You will like\\n\\nAs a Permanent Controls Engineer, remote/hybrid working with base TBA in Southampton,Portsmouth/Andover, Hampshire. England.  You will have the opportunity to join a rapidly growing maritime technology company at the forefront of innovation. This private organisation specialises in pioneering wind-assisted propulsion systems that significantly reduce fuel consumption and emissions in global shipping.

Enjoy the benefits of being part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to sustainability and impact, with chances for global travel and exciting meet-ups.\\n\\nYou will like\\n\\nThe Controls Engineer job itself offers you a blank page opportunity to own the full controls lifecycle, from architecture design to on-board commissioning of cutting-edge systems. You will be encouraged to express your curiosity and ambition while contributing to the growth and scalability of the control systems you create. You’ll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, allowing you to showcase your expertise while learning from others in the field.

More specifically:\\n\\nYou will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining control systems to regulate and optimize the performance of compact wind propulsion system. \\n\\t\\nDefine and maintain the system architecture linking sensors, effectors and core processors for innovative products.\\n\\t\\nOwn and evolve the control algorithms, ensuring reliability, performance and ease of use, enhance efficiency, safety, and precision.\\n\\t\\nDevelop and maintain the HMI, delivering a user friendly interface for operators.\\n\\t\\nUndertake system commissioning on board vessels, troubleshooting hardware and software end to end.\\n\\t\\nCapture and manage system requirements, securing stakeholder buy in and traceability from design through to in service support.\\n\\t\\nCollaborate with multi disciplinary teams to integrate mechanical, electrical and software components.\\n\\t\\nBuild and lead a controls engineering team as the product portfolio and order book expand.\\n\\nYou will have\\n\\nTo be successful as a Controls Engineer, you will possess a healthy mix of the following: \\n\\nDegree qualified in Control Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics or a related discipline.\\n\\t\\nControl system architecture expertise covering sensor/effector integration and scalable designs.\\n\\t\\nExperience of the full controls lifecycle – building from scratch, new product life cycle, defining requirements, architecture, algorithm design, testing and commissioning\\n\\t\\nHands on networking proficiency with at least two of IP, CAN bus, Modbus, NMEA or Serial interfaces.\\n\\t\\nField experience diagnosing and rectifying issues in deployed systems.\\n\\t\\n Automation experience within marine, industrial or autonomous systems.\\n\\t\\nGrowth mindset & self direction – able to tackle unfamiliar problems, learn rapidly and make progress with minimal guidance.\\n\\t\\nWillingness to travel globally for sea trials, factory testing and monthly company meet ups (all expenses paid).\\n\\nDesirable Skills & Experience\\n\\nDeploying advanced control algorithms & AI development (e.g. Matlab/Simulink, model based design) to embedded hardware, PLCs, ECUs or CPUs.\\n\\t\\nExposure to AI/ML techniques applied to control systems.\\n\\t\\nKnowledge of marine regulations and standards.\\n\\t\\nHuman Machine Interface (HMI) design for intuitive operation in demanding environments.\\n\\nYou will get\\n\\nAs a Controls Engineer, you will enjoy a competitive salary between £55,000 and £75,000 per annum, with the potential for more based on exceptional experience. \\n\\nKey benefits include: – Fully remote working initially, transitioning to a hybrid model.

– Monthly company-wide meet-ups in London/UK, fostering team cohesion. – Regular engineering workshops and factory or ship visits for hands-on experience and testing. – Coverage of all travel and accommodation expenses plus £100 per day offshore allowance.

– Opportunities for rapid progression as the company expands. – Standard pension scheme, private healthcare, plus 25 days of holiday in addition to bank holidays. – Comprehensive health insurance package.\\n\\nYou can apply\\n\\nTo the Controls Engineer position by pushing the button on this job posting, or by sending your CV in confidence to (url removed).\\n\\nUK_MS