Job Description
About Us
Proserv is a global controls technology company with a heritage stretching back more than 60 years. We provide industry-leading solutions to improve the reliability, optimise the performance and extend the life of critical infrastructure across the energy sector.
Our team not only has the talent and technological expertise to deliver these transformative goals, but day-to-day, we hold to a clear set of FRESH Proserv values that underpins everything we do around the world.
So, if you believe you not only have the skills and know-how needed for this role, and you are a team player; keen to do things the right way; possess an inquisitive and creative mind; prioritise giving top-quality service and you enjoy helping and collaborating with colleagues or clients – then we really want to hear from you.
What You Need to Know
Proserv is seeking a motivated and technically capable Applications Engineer to join our Engineering Department in Great Yarmouth. Our team designs and delivers advanced industrial control systems across the oil & gas, telemetry, and renewable energy sectors.
This is an exciting opportunity to:
Design and implement control systems incorporating:
Electrical and electronic systems
SCADA/HMI solutions
PLC/RTU programming
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support:
Manufacturing, testing, and commissioning activities
Delivery of high-quality, safe, and compliant solutions
Produce detailed engineering documentation covering:
Design, manufacturing, testing, installation, operation, and maintenance
Ensure technical solutions meet customer specifications and industry standards
Interface directly with clients to understand and fulfil project requirements
Support site-based activities, including commissioning and fault-finding (UK, offshore, and overseas as required)
What We Are Looking For
Some of the Key Accountabilities:
Ensure technical solutions conform to relevant specifications and standards
Ensure the timely delivery of agreed scopes of supply
Work with others to ensure the highest quality, performance and safety of supplied solutions
Generate documentation to allow design, manufacture, test, install, operation & maintenance
Compliance of deliverables with company QA/QC requirements
The majority of the work to be undertaken will be at the Great Yarmouth facility. However, occasions may require site working (commissioning, testing or support) both in the UK and overseas including offshore environments, site rate uplift applies.
You will require a good level of personal fitness to maintain an offshore survival certificate in addition to a valid UK driving license and passport.
Qualifications / Skills & Experience
Education
Required
Engineering qualification in an electrical/electronic controls or energy subject.
Preferred
Engineering qualification at degree (BEng) level or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
Understanding of software development practices including documentation.
Understanding of automation equipment SCADA/PLC/RTU programming/design.
Understanding of electrical/electronic equipment and application.
Proven track record in an automation design/build related environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and other departments.
Ability to work within time-cost constraints.
Ability to self-teach from various sources.
High level of self-discipline and pride to be reflected in quality of work.
Preferred
Understanding of hazardous area equipment selection/installation/ maintenance.
Knowledge of automation systems, specifically communication equipment selection/installation.
Knowledge of C, C++, VB programming and web design tools.
Knowledge of design/manufacture of SIL rated equipment.
Involvement in SCADA/PLC manufacturer specific training programs.
On-site/offshore commissioning and/or fault finding.
Why Choose Us
We offer a competitive starting salary with an opportunity to advance, which will be dependent on competency starting level.
What you receive from Proserv as your employer is so much more than just a salary, our Total Reward package includes free cover for:
Private Medical
Life Assurance
Income Protection
Personal Accident
Up to 7.5% contribution to Pension
As well as these funded benefits, Proserv offer an arrangement of voluntary benefits through salary sacrifice which produce savings on tax and national insurance, some of these include:
Dental Insurance
Gym Flex
Purchasing or selling additional annual leave
Technology products
Critical Illness cover
Additional cover for your family.