Vacancy – Systems Engineer

Servowatch are recruiting for a Systems Engineer to join the Internal Engineering Team

Servowatch is a world-leading supplier of advanced and innovative technological solutions within the marine automation industry.  We pride ourselves on recruiting and retaining the best talent to join our teams to deliver first class projects and provide our customers with excellent customer service.  We are looking for enthusiastic and creative individuals with a desire to succeed to join us in delivering innovative and creative solutions that meet our customers’ exacting requirements in the field of marine automation technology.

Reporting to
Systems Engineering Manager

Job Purpose
The Systems Engineer is responsible for specifying and designing systems and taking responsibility for the engineering component of these systems, through to testing, commissioning and customer handover.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assume technical lead for projects in addition to supporting other Systems, and Lead Project Engineers on all other company projects.
  • Produce Functional Design Specifications from customer specifications
  • Produce block diagrams, system schematics, bill of materials and cable schedules
  • Program PLC, HMI & Scada Systems
  • Produce technical documentation, including manuals and test procedures
  • Assist with internal and customer Factory Acceptance Tests
  • Travel worldwide to commission systems on board all types of vessels
  • Conduct Harbour and Sea Acceptance Trials through to customer handover
  • Attend meetings with customers and other departments on and off site
  • Assist with the development and assessment of new products
  • Follow schedules and tasks assigned by the Systems Engineering Manager

Knowledge, Skills & Experience (essential)

  • More than 5 years’ experience, knowledge and understanding in PLC and Scada based software packages and environment
  • Experience with Controls, Automation, Electrical and Electronics System Integration
  • Familiarity with P&ID drawings
  • Experience of structured programming languages
  • Ability to work well within a team whilst at the same time demonstrating initiative and the ability to work without supervision
  • Solid problem solving, decision making and analytical capabilities
  • Capable of producing technical documentation, including manuals, test procedures and writing up reports

Knowledge, Skills & Experience (desirable)

  • Competent in computer technology and Ethernet network experience
  • CAD software experience, preferably Visio and E-Plan Electric P8
  • Experience of industrial communication protocols e.g. Modbus, Canbus & Profibus
  • Experience of PLC programming using IEC 61131-3 programming languages
  • Experience of Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi and Wago PLCs
  • Marine experience of ship systems including automation, power, propulsion, navigation and communications
  • Focus and thoroughness
  • The capacity to be influential and amenable
  • Professionalism and cordiality
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • Solid problem solving, decision making and analytical capabilities

Circumstances

  • Must be prepared to work on site aboard a variety of marine vessels afloat and in shipyards
  • Must be available for worldwide travel
  • UK MOD security clearance may be required, therefore the ability to attain at least SC level of clearance is essential

In the first instance please email a current CV and covering letter explaining your reasons for applying and how you meet the requirements as set out above to careers@servowatch.com