Electrical Electronic Engineer

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

TEXO Recruitment is working with our client to recruit an Electrical / Electronic Technician to support their specialist equipment rebuild and field support operations. The position is mainly workshop-based in Aberdeen, with periodic offshore and rig assignments, plus occasional international travel for installation, commissioning, and service work.

This is a practical, hands‑on role focused on electrical, electronic, and instrumentation systems associated with complex industrial equipment. You’ll be involved in build, upgrade, fault‑finding, and commissioning tasks, ensuring systems are installed and maintained to required technical and safety standards.

• Carry out installation and commissioning of PLC‑driven control systems on specialist equipment
• Set up, test, and calibrate instrumentation such as sensors, transmitters, and flow measurement devices
• Complete electrical and instrumentation installation work across workshop and field scopes
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical, electronic, and control systems both on‑site and offshore when required
• Perform hazardous area inspections in line with certification and regulatory requirements
• Fault‑find across electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanically integrated systems
• Read and interpret wiring schematics, termination details, loop drawings, and fluid power diagrams
• Work safely with low and high voltage single‑phase and three‑phase systems, applying correct isolation procedures
• Troubleshoot PLCs, drives, and automated control assemblies in operational environments (experience with drive systems is an advantage)
• Follow and promote safe working practices and environmental compliance at all times
• Support work scopes across workshop, offshore, quayside, and project locations, including overseas assignments where needed
• Complete service reports, test records, and technical documentation accurately
• Assist with identifying replacement components and sourcing parts when required

• Formal training in electrical or electronic engineering through vocational qualification or technical diploma (or equivalent experience)
• Several years’ practical experience in an electrical, electronic, or instrumentation role — broader experience welcomed
• Valid Comp Ex certification (EX01–EX04) is required
• Awareness of hazardous area standards and compliance frameworks such as ATEX or IECEx is beneficial
• Experience using diagnostic and configuration software for control and instrumentation systems is advantageous
• Experience with rigging and lifting operations

• Comfortable using standard IT and reporting tools
• Able to produce clear technical notes and job reports
• Capable of testing and verifying industrial equipment performance
• Strong practical fault‑finding mindset
• Works well both independently and within a team setting

To apply, please contact Hannah Thomson at TEXO Recruitment on 07768 735732 / 01224 446789 or email your CV to hanna