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# Hardware Engineer

- **Company:** Meritus
- **Location:** Stone, United Kingdom
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, Hardware Design, Microsoft Office, Systems Integration, SC Clearance, Process Control Systems
- **Published:** November 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cv-library.co.uk/job/225820754/Hardware-Engineer

## About the Role

* Proven experience designing electrical control panels, PLC systems, and low-voltage distribution systems.
 * Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical and Microsoft Office applications.
 * Degree or HND qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
 * Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
 * Experience working within highly regulated industrial environments.
 * Eligibility to obtain UK SC Security Clearance.

Desirable:

 * Previous experience within the Nuclear, Defence, Energy, or other highly regulated sectors.
 * Experience with MCCs, drives, switchgear, and industrial control systems.
 * Knowledge of relevant British and international engineering standards.
 * Experience mentoring or supporting junior engineers.
 * Understanding of full project lifecycle delivery within systems integration environments.

## Description

MERITUS are recruiting for Electrical / Hardware Design Engineers to join our client based in Staffordshire to support the delivery of complex engineering solutions within the Nuclear industry.

ELECTRICAL / HARDWARE DESIGN ENGINEER - £NEG (ENQUIRE FOR DETAILS) - STONE, STAFFORDSHIRE - HYBRID WORKING - SC CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY REQUIRED - SECTOR: NUCLEAR

 * Design and develop hardware systems using proprietary components, focusing on PLCs, MCCs, drives, controls, and switchgear.
 * Produce and review detailed electrical designs, cabling schematics, and containment system layouts.
 * Support site surveys and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver effective project solutions.
 * Provide technical guidance and mentoring support to junior engineers within the wider team.
 * Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant safety, environmental, British, and international standards.
 * Support the full project lifecycle from initial concept design through to final delivery and commissioning.