Electrical, Instrumentation and Control Systems Engineer

Job DetailsPosted:24 days agoSector:Marine Engineering, Marine Surveying , Naval ArchitectureLocation: Aberdeenshire Job Ref:963891Job Type:Permanent Salary:Salary DOEExpiry Date:13 August 2026Contact:Nisha AsokanContact Email:Nisha.Asokan@faststream.comContact Phone:02380208764Job Description A leading organisation is expanding its specialist team and is seeking an Electrical, Instrumentation & Control Systems Engineer to support complex offshore vessel projects worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to work on technically challenging Dynamic Positioning (DP) and marine power system projects, developing specialist expertise across vessel electrical systems, automation, control, and marine assurance. You will join a highly skilled multidisciplinary team supporting clients across the offshore energy and marine industries, providing technical assurance and engineering expertise throughout the vessel lifecycle.As an Electrical, Instrumentation & Control Systems Engineer, you will support the assessment and assurance of modern offshore vessels and their associated electrical and control systems. Your responsibilities will include:Reviewing marine electrical system designs, documentation, and technical studiesSupporting Dynamic Positioning (DP) system assurance activitiesAssessing vessel power generation, distribution, and redundancy arrangementsReviewing electrical failure scenarios and supporting FMEA activitiesSupporting Power Management System (PMS) and Integrated Automation System (IAS) reviewsAssessing vessel automation and control system architecturesReviewing propulsion, thruster, and variable frequency drive systemsSupporting vessel trials, commissioning activities, and offshore inspectionsProducing clear technical reports and engineering documentation for clients The role will provide exposure to a wide range of marine technologies, including modern DP vessels, hybrid power solutions, and emerging decarbonisation technologies. You may come from a background such as:Marine Electrical EngineeringElectrical & Instrumentation EngineeringControl Systems EngineeringAutomation EngineeringPower Systems EngineeringElectrical Design EngineeringMarine equipment or technology suppliers You should have:A degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Electronic, Control Systems, Automation, or a related engineering disciplineStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsThe ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical documentation, and system philosophiesExcellent communication skills with the ability to produce clear technical reportsA proactive approach and willingness to develop specialist knowledge within marine assurance Experience in the following areas would be highly advantageous:Marine electrical power systemsVessel power generation and distributionClosed bus power plant configurationsElectrical protection systemsPower Management Systems (PMS)Integrated Automation Systems (IAS)Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)Thruster control systemsBattery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)Hybrid marine power systemsThis is an opportunity to move beyond traditional engineering roles and become a specialist within marine assurance, working on some of the most advanced offshore vessels and energy projects in the industry.Whether you are an experienced marine electrical engineer or an engineer looking to specialise in DP systems and marine assurance, this role offers the opportunity to build expertise in one of the most technically demanding areas of offshore engineering.