Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Octagon Group
Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 8NJ, United Kingdom
Last month
£40,000 – £50,000 pa

Salary

£40,000 – £50,000 pa

Posted
2 Apr 2026 (Last month)

NEW ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER IN SOUTHAMPTON.

Our client are seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer with a proven track record of solving complex engineering problems to join a growing engineering team based in Southampton.

This role focuses on the design, development, and lifecycle support of electrical and instrumentation systems used within advanced load-monitoring products. You’ll act as the technical authority for electrical and control elements across new product development and bespoke monitoring solutions, helping deliver reliable systems deployed in demanding industrial and marine environments.

Responsibilities as a Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer in Southampton.

* Lead electrical and instrumentation design for load-cell-based systems, including sensor interfaces, signal conditioning, PLC/embedded control, and system integration.

* Produce schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and technical documentation using tools such as AutoCAD, EPLAN, or SkyCAD.

* Ensure designs comply with engineering standards, EMC considerations, safe wiring practices, and manufacturability requirements.

* Specify materials, components, and instrumentation suitable for harsh and safety-critical environments.

* Act as the technical authority during design reviews and cross-functional engineering decisions.

Requirements as a Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer in Southampton

* Degree in Electrical / Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent experience (required).

* Demonstrable experience as an Electrical / Instrumentation Engineer in a relevant sector (measurement systems, industrial automation, lifting equipment, marine systems, or similar).

* Strong understanding of electrical principles, instrumentation, and sensor signal processing.

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