HV Control Engineer x2
Full-Time, Permanent
Newtownards, Site – based
The Role:
As a Control Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of innovation, designing, developing, and maintaining control systems that keep machinery operating efficiently, safely, and at peak performance. Working collaboratively with cross‑functional engineering teams, you’ll implement smart control strategies, tackle real‑world challenges, and troubleshoot critical systems to the highest standards.
If you thrive on problem‑solving and want to make a tangible impact on cutting‑edge operations, this is the role for you.
What you'll be doing:
- Create and develop control systems for machinery and processes, ensuring full compliance with required standards and specifications.
- Deploy effective control strategies to enhance the performance and operational efficiency of equipment and processes.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve control system issues promptly, ensuring accuracy and minimal downtime.
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations, ensuring correct and safe use of control systems and associated equipment.
- Perform thorough inspections and testing of control systems to confirm they meet defined quality standards.
- Keep detailed, accurate, and up-to-date records of control systems, including modifications and updates.
- Work closely with engineering teams and other departments to ensure seamless integration and reliable system performance.
- Escalate and report control system concerns or risks to the appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner.
What we're looking for:
- Previous experience in a control engineering or related role.
- Senior Authorised Person/Control Engineer background.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Previous HV authorisation.
- Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills.
- Strong technical capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities.
About us:
James Fisher is a global engineering services company with over 50 years of experience delivering complex offshore energy projects in some of the world’s most challenging environments. We operate across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport, leveraging cutting-edge technology and deep expertise to support the full lifecycle of our customers’ assets.
In the Energy Division, we provide safe, efficient solutions across oil & gas and renewables - from well support and full-field decommissioning to integrated services for offshore wind and expert subsea inspection, repair, and maintenance. Our work helps operators extend asset life, reduce downtime, and respond rapidly to operational challenges, driving the global shift toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.
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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.
At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.