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The Electrical & Control Systems Engineer plays a pivotal role as the technical authority for all electrical, control, and automation systems within the business. This position is responsible for leading the design, development, and continuous improvement of electrical and control systems associated with boiler, combustion, and related equipment. Acting as a key interface across engineering, manufacturing, and service teams, the role ensures systems are safe, compliant, standardised, and aligned with business goals while driving innovation, supporting product development, and maintaining robust engineering standards and control system architectures. Pattern: Mon-Thurs 8am-4:30pm, and Fri 8am-1pm Key Objectives The Electrical & Control Systems Engineer will act as the technical authority for all electrical, control and automation systems across the business. The role will be responsible for the design, development, maintenance and continuous improvement of electrical and control systems associated with boiler, combustion and ancillary equipment. The position will provide technical leadership for electrical engineering activities, ensuring designs are safe, compliant, standardised and aligned with business objectives. The role will own the development and maintenance of electrical standards, PLC software architecture, control philosophies and engineering documentation whilst supporting product development, manufacturing, commissioning and customer support activities. The Electrical & Control Systems Engineer will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing and Service teams to drive innovation, standardisation and operational improvements throughout the business. Main Tasks and Responsibilities Technical Leadership Act as the lead engineer and technical authority for all electrical and control systems. Define and maintain electrical engineering standards, control philosophies and design practices. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to electrical technicians, apprentices and other engineering personnel. Lead technical investigations and root cause analysis activities relating to electrical and control systems. Design & Development Design, develop and maintain electrical and control systems for boiler and combustion equipment. Produce, review and approve electrical drawings, schematics and engineering documentation. Lead PLC and HMI development activities, including software architecture, programming and testing. Support new product development and technology integration projects. Identify opportunities for product improvement, standardisation and cost reduction. Control Systems Ownership Maintain ownership of PLC software, HMI systems, parameter management and software revision control. Develop and maintain standard PLC software libraries and control system templates. Ensure software backups and recovery procedures are maintained and regularly validated. Define and maintain cybersecurity and software management practices where applicable. Manufacturing & Commissioning Provide technical support to manufacturing, testing and commissioning activities. Lead commissioning and validation activities for new products and major projects. Support field troubleshooting and customer technical support where required. Ensure electrical and control systems are delivered safely, reliably and in accordance with specification. Compliance & Standards Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards and directives. Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and industry best practice. Support CE/UKCA compliance activities relating to electrical and control systems. Support risk assessments, functional safety reviews and design verification activities. Lead standardisation initiatives across control panels, PLC software, electrical components and documentation. Support business improvement projects relating to quality, cost, delivery and reliability. Contribute to departmental strategy, resource planning and future technology roadmaps. Skills and Qualities Desirable from Post Holder HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering or equivalent. Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and control engineering principles. Experience producing electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN or similar software. Experience programming PLC and HMI systems. Strong fault finding and diagnostic capability. Ability to lead technical projects and manage multiple priorities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience with burner management systems and combustion control. Experience with boiler plant, steam systems or industrial process equipment. Understanding of Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP or equivalent industrial communication protocols. Knowledge of CE/UKCA compliance requirements. Experience commissioning industrial equipment. Experience mentoring or supervising technical personnel. Applications To apply please send a cover letter and CV to .

Role Overview As a Responsible Mechanical Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost effective operation of key production assets at our Wilton facility. You will act as the mechanical authority for the site, combining deep technical expertise with strong asset integrity, maintenance, and engineering governance. This is a highly visible role within a COMAH top tier chemical environment, offering significant responsibility, technical ownership, and the opportunity to influence plant reliability, safety, and long term asset strategy. Role Responsibilities Pressure systems - ensuring full compliance with legal, company, and industry standards. Define and maintain maintenance strategies and routines for all mechanical equipment, balancing plant integrity, reliability, and cost. Serve as Design Authority for mechanical aspects of CAPEX and site projects, providing technical guidance to project and reliability teams. Develop detailed work scopes, specifications, and worklists in support of major overhauls and shutdowns. Own and maintain functional technical data within the site technical registry. Provide functional leadership to engineering, maintenance and contractor resources within the production area. Build and maintain asset life plans, identifying repair, refurbishment, and replacement needs over the short and long term. Optimize spares strategy and inventory, ensuring availability while managing cost and working capital. Drive mechanical engineering improvement plans, embedding industry best practice across maintenance and reliability activities. Manage functional elements of the engineering and maintenance budget, aligned with business and site objectives. Experience and Competencies Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline), or equivalent extensive hands on experience in industrial/mechanical engineering. Significant experience (typically 15+ years) within chemical, petrochemical, or COMAH regulated environments. Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment and rotating machinery, pressure systems, including an awareness of Fitness for Service assessments and defect management. Maintenance and reliability engineering best practices. Proven experience working with SAP or similar maintenance systems. Track record of contributing to CAPEX projects, site improvements, and plant reliability initiatives. Membership (or eligibility) of a relevant professional engineering body is expected. What We Are Looking For Strong technical authority with the confidence to make and defend sound engineering decisions. Structured, analytical mindset with a focus on risk management and long term asset health. Comfortable working autonomously while collaborating across global and site teams. High personal standards regarding EHS, compliance, and operational discipline. Clear communicator, able to engage effectively with managers, technicians and contractors. Equal employment opportunity statement: Huntsman is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

About The Role Join our Wigan depot as a Rail Fitter, carrying out inspection, maintenance, fault finding and repair activities on rail fleet assets and associated equipment, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. The role is suited to an experienced fitter, technician or maintenance engineer from a rail, plant, HGV, agricultural, military, utilities, heavy engineering, specialist vehicle or similar maintenance background. Previous rail or OTM experience is beneficial but not essential, provided the individual has strong practical maintenance skills, a good safety mindset and the ability to work to controlled maintenance instructions and documentation requirements. The salary on offer is £40,000 -£52,000 depending on experience. Closing date: 22nd June - please apply at the earliest opportunity. We may close this role early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Main Responsibilities Conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repairs and inspections on rail fleet assets, ancillary equipment and associated systems. Carry out fault finding and defect rectification across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and control related systems, within the limits of competence and training. Inspect, maintain and repair core asset systems, including but not limited to braking, suspension, structural components, power/auxiliary systems and seasonal fleet modules. Diagnose faults using technical manuals, maintenance instructions, drawings, diagnostic equipment, inspection methods and practical engineering judgement. Disassemble, repair, replace, align and reassemble mechanical parts, components and assemblies to the required standards. Complete maintenance tasks in line with planned maintenance schedules, defect requirements, company procedures and applicable engineering standards. Maintain accurate records of work carried out, including defects found, actions taken, parts used, measurements recorded and work completed. Ensure all maintenance documentation is completed accurately and in line with company, customer and regulatory requirements. Follow health and safety procedures to ensure safe working practices within the depot and any associated on site working environments. Use tools, equipment, lifting equipment and depot facilities safely and correctly, reporting any defects or concerns promptly. Support the implementation of maintenance plans, depot procedures and reliability improvements. Work closely with supervisors, managers, fitters, stores, planning and operational teams to support safe and efficient fleet availability. Contribute to continuous improvement by reporting recurring defects, identifying reliability trends and suggesting practical maintenance improvements. Comply with relevant safety, environmental, quality and rail compliance requirements, with training and support provided for rail specific standards where required. Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment. Work effectively with other departments within GBRf to support safe, reliable and efficient delivery of the seasonal maintenance function. Skills andExperience Practical experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or pneumatic maintenance within a rail, plant, HGV, agricultural, military, utilities, heavy engineering, specialist vehicle or similar environment. Strong mechanical aptitude and practical fault finding ability. Electrical fault finding experience or basic electrical understanding is desirable. Able to inspect, diagnose, repair and test components or systems using technical information and practical engineering judgement. Experience working with complex vehicles, plant, machinery, powered equipment or specialist assets. Good understanding of safe systems of work, isolation requirements, manual handling, lifting operations and general workshop safety. Excellent attention to detail and consistent adherence to procedures. Able to complete maintenance records, defect reports, job cards and digital maintenance system updates accurately. Ability to work independently within competence, while knowing when to elevate technical, safety or quality concerns. Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a maintenance team. Flexible approach to working patterns, including shifts, weekends, unsociable hours or on call arrangements where required, particularly during seasonal delivery periods. Previousexperience within rail, rolling stock, OTM or seasonal fleet maintenance is desirable. Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, mechanical or control systems is desirable. Experience with spraying equipment, water systems, pumps, tanks, filters, hoses, valves, flow control or similar ancillary systems is desirable. Good understanding of health and safety regulations within the railway industry is desirable. Knowledge of RISQS, Sentinel, Railway Group Standards, Network Rail requirements or rail maintenance documentation is desirable. Training and familiarisation will be provided where required. Personal Profile A practical, reliable and safety conscious fitter who takes pride in completing maintenance work to a high standard. Comfortable working in a depot maintenance environment on vehicles, plant, machinery or specialist equipment. Able to follow maintenance instructions, technical drawings, specifications and procedures accurately. Confident using hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment and workshop equipment safely and effectively. Strong attention to detail, with a clear understanding that accurate maintenance records are an important part of the job. Able to identify defects, investigate causes and support practical solutions. Calm and methodical when fault finding or working under operational pressure. Works well as part of a team and communicates clearly with supervisors, managers and other maintenance staff. Willing to learn rail specific standards, systems and working practices. Takes ownership of assigned work and escalates issues early when safety, quality, parts, competence or timescales may be affected. Relevant engineering qualification, such as NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, City & Guilds, HNC, HND or equivalent experience, is desirable. Experience working on rail vehicles, rolling stock, plant, HGVs, agricultural equipment, military vehicles, specialist machinery or similar assets is desirable. Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical systems is desirable. Familiarity with maintenance management systems and diagnostic tools is desirable. Key Benefits ofWorking With Us Agenerous healthcare package An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - providing confidential support including counselling support, wellbeing resources and access to a 24/7 GP service An online benefits portal offering hundreds of discounts at nationwide retailers A electric vehicle scheme (available after your first 12 months) Regular social events, including days out for you and your family Training and development opportunities, including internal courses and external certifications through our industry renowned development programs. We prioritise your growth in line with our people centric culture. Inclusion WithoutExclusion At GB Railfreight, we recognise that a more diverse range of people leads to greater innovation. We recruit and develop people best suited to the role requirements, regardless of background. Our aim is to create a diverse workforce that reflects wider society. We champion diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing in the workplace, in alignment with our values. If you're as passionate about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) as we are, we invite new employees to join our People and Culture working group and contribute to the ongoing work in this area.

Responsible Mechanical EngineerApplylocations: UK - Wiltontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: J-019622 Job Description : Role Overview: As a Responsible Mechanical Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost effective operation of key production assets at our Wilton facility. You will act as the mechanical authority for the site, combining deep technical expertise with strong asset integrity, maintenance, and engineering governance. This is a highly visible role within a COMAH top tier chemical environment, offering significant responsibility, technical ownership, and the opportunity to influence plant reliability, safety, and long term asset strategy. Do you think you're the right fit for this opportunity? Apply today! Role Responsibilities: As a Responsible Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for: Pressure systems, ensuring full compliance with legal, company, and industry standards. Define and maintain maintenance strategies and routines for all mechanical equipment, balancing plant integrity, reliability, and cost. Serve as Design Authority for mechanical aspects of CAPEX and site projects, providing technical guidance to project and reliability teams. Develop detailed work scopes, specifications, and worklists in support of major overhauls and shutdowns. Own and maintain functional technical data within the site technical registry. Provide functional leadership to engineering, maintenance, and contractor resources within the production area. Build and maintain asset life plans, identifying repair, refurbishment, and replacement needs over the short and long term. Optimize spares strategy and inventory, ensuring availability while managing cost and working capital. Drive mechanical engineering improvement plans, embedding industry best practice across maintenance and reliability activities. Manage functional elements of the engineering and maintenance budget, aligned with business and site objectives. Experience and Competencies: We are looking for experienced candidates with: Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline), or equivalent extensive hands on experience in industrial/mechanical engineering. Significant experience (typically 15+ years) within chemical, petrochemical, or COMAH regulated environments. Strong knowledge of: + Mechanical equipment and rotating machinery + Pressure systems, including an awareness of Fitness for Service assessments and defect management + Maintenance and reliability engineering best practices Proven experience working with SAP or similar maintenance systems. Track record of contributing to CAPEX projects, site improvements, and plant reliability initiatives. Membership (or eligibility) of a relevant professional engineering body is expected. What we are looking for: Strong technical authority with the confidence to make and defend sound engineering decisions. Structured, analytical mindset with a focus on risk management and long term asset health. Comfortable working autonomously while collaborating across global and site teams. High personal standards regarding EHS, compliance, and operational discipline. Clear communicator, able to engage effectively with managers, technicians, and contractors. What next? If you would like to join an innovative, collaborative and multicultural team, please apply now. Your application will be forwarded to a Talent Acquisition Partner, who will strive to get back to you as soon as they can. We understand that applying for a new job is a big decision and we will work hard to keep you updated and support you along the way. About Us: At Huntsman, we pride ourselves on being a people-oriented organization.Our family-like atmosphere is cultivated by our diverse groups of team members around the world.We welcome the talent, experience and fresh ideas that employees at all stages of their careers, from interns to seasoned professionals, bring to Huntsman.In return, we offer you the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic, industry-leading company, where safety and ethics always come first.