Electrical Test Engineer Employment Type: Permanent About the Role: Earthstream is recruiting on behalf of a leading client for an experienced Electrical Test Engineer. In this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for inspecting, testing, and documenting electrical installations and control panels to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Perform quality inspections and electrical testing of control panels</li><li>Verify build accuracy and ensure all components meet electrical design specs</li><li>Read and interpret mechanical and electrical technical drawings</li><li>Conduct pre-power and functional testing, including PLC I/O and VSDs</li><li>Manage calibration of in-house test equipment and maintain testing rigs</li><li>Record test results accurately, identify faults, and troubleshoot as needed</li><li>Ensure all work aligns with internal and external quality standards</li><li>Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in the service area</li><li>Support panel build and wiring when testing is not active</li><li>Participate in safety, quality, and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Provide training to team members within your competency</li><li>Travel to customer or external sites as required</li><li>Conduct VSD bench repairs (AC & DC drives)</li></ul>Required Skills & Experience: <ul><li>Apprenticeship or degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics</li><li>Recognised electrical/electronic engineering qualifications</li><li>Minimum 5 years of hands-on panel wiring experience</li><li>Strong understanding of VSDs, PLCs, SCADA/HMI technologies</li><li>Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills</li><li>High attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team</li></ul>Why Join? <ul><li>Work with cutting-edge industrial and renewable energy technology</li><li>Be part of a team focused on quality, innovation, and sustainability</li><li>Competitive compensation and long-term career prospects</li></ul>

Electrical Test Engineer

MES Engineer – 12-Month Contract Location: Ireland Industry: Pharmaceutical / Biotech Duration: 12 months Earthstream is hiring an experienced MES Engineer with PAS-X expertise to join our client on site in Ireland. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Work with the PAS-X MES system to support manufacturing operations </li><li>Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, and GAMP5 standards </li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize MES performance </li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Proven experience as an MES Engineer in pharmaceutical or biotech environments </li><li>Hands-on expertise with PAS-X MES </li><li>Solid understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes </li></ul>

MES Engineer

Earthstream are recruiting experienced MES Automation Engineers to join our client in Switzerland on a freelance basis. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Develop technical expertise in manufacturing equipment and process automation systems.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve equipment breakdowns and quality issues in production suites.</li><li>Provide subject matter expert (SME) support to Manufacturing and other departments on process automation equipment design and operation.</li><li>Review and update MES and Manufacturing-related SOPs</li><li>Perform MES review and approval of batch records, deviations, commissioning protocols, and validation protocols.</li></ul>Are you actively seeking a new role and would this be of potential interest, also if you know of anyone who maybe we offer a referral fee!Earthstream are recruiting experienced MES Automation Engineers to join our client in Switzerland on a freelance basis. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop technical expertise in manufacturing equipment and process automation systems.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve equipment breakdowns and quality issues in production suites.</li><li>Provide subject matter expert (SME) support to Manufacturing and other departments on process automation equipment design and operation.</li><li>Review and update MES and Manufacturing-related SOPs</li><li>Perform MES review and approval of batch records, deviations, commissioning protocols, and validation protocols.</li></ul>Are you actively seeking a new role and would this be of potential interest, also if you know of anyone who maybe we offer a referral fee!

Contract Length: 12 months Location: Gulf of Mexico Rotation: 14 days on / 14 days off Company Overview: Earthstream is recruiting an Offshore Control Systems Engineer for a long-term contract, based on the gulf of Mexico. Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced engineer with strong expertise in Yokogawa CentumVP and/or Prosafe to support offshore control system operations and project execution. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Work independently and within a team on multiple assignments.</li><li>Provide technical and project execution consulting to Project Leads.</li><li>Identify technical opportunities and justify control system improvements.</li><li>Design, implement, and test control and safety functions for Yokogawa CentumVP and/or Prosafe </li><li>Lead or support field surveys, data collection, and automation function design.</li><li>Oversee technical aspects of complex projects, including manpower allocation, compliance, and project delivery schedules.</li><li>Assign project tasks, monitor progress, and mentor team members as needed.</li><li>Ensure accuracy and completeness of project data, drawings, and documentation.</li><li>Maintain Functional Safety System (FSM) requirements as part of Safety System Engineering.</li><li>Prepare simulations, test scenarios, and lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).</li><li>Develop Safety Validation Plans (SVP) and contribute to Safety Requirement Specification (SRS) discussions.</li><li>Conduct troubleshooting, operator training, and tuning of advanced control loops.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Strong knowledge of Yokogawa CentumVP and/or Prosafe </li><li>Experience in designing, implementing, and testing control and safety functions.</li><li>Ability to lead large or complex projects with advanced automation technologies.</li><li>Proficiency in developing and executing Functional Safety System (FSM) requirements.</li><li>Experience with ESD & FGS Systems and working in offshore environments.</li><li>Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to train operators.</li></ul>If you're a skilled Offshore Control Systems Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply now!

Offshore Yokogawa Engineer

PLC Programmer – Automotive Industry Location: Germany Contract: Initial 8-month term (potential extension) Earthstream is hiring PLC Programmers for a long-term contract with a leading automotive manufacturer in Germany. Requirements:<ul><li>Experience with Siemens S7</li><li>Familiarity with Mercedes Integra 5</li><li>Previous experience in the automotive sector</li></ul>If you're interested, apply now to join an industry-leading team!

PLC Programmer

Job Title: Offshore Control Systems Engineer Contract Length: 12 months Location: Gulf of Mexico Rotation: 14 days on / 14 days off Company Overview: Earthstream is recruiting an Offshore Control Systems Engineer for a long-term contract, based on the gulf of Mexico. Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced engineer with strong expertise in Yokogawa CentumVP and/or Prosafe to support offshore control system operations and project execution. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Work independently and within a team on multiple assignments.</li><li>Provide technical and project execution consulting to Project Leads.</li><li>Identify technical opportunities and justify control system improvements.</li><li>Design, implement, and test control and safety functions for Yokogawa CentumVP and/or Prosafe </li><li>Lead or support field surveys, data collection, and automation function design.</li><li>Oversee technical aspects of complex projects, including manpower allocation, compliance, and project delivery schedules.</li><li>Assign project tasks, monitor progress, and mentor team members as needed.</li><li>Ensure accuracy and completeness of project data, drawings, and documentation.</li><li>Maintain Functional Safety System (FSM) requirements as part of Safety System Engineering.</li><li>Prepare simulations, test scenarios, and lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).</li><li>Develop Safety Validation Plans (SVP) and contribute to Safety Requirement Specification (SRS) discussions.</li><li>Conduct troubleshooting, operator training, and tuning of advanced control loops.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Strong knowledge of Yokogawa CentumVP and/or Prosafe </li><li>Experience in designing, implementing, and testing control and safety functions.</li><li>Ability to lead large or complex projects with advanced automation technologies.</li><li>Proficiency in developing and executing Functional Safety System (FSM) requirements.</li><li>Experience with ESD & FGS Systems and working in offshore environments.</li><li>Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to train operators.</li></ul>If you're a skilled Offshore Control Systems Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply now!

Offshore Control Systems Engineer

Job Title: Offshore Control Systems Engineer Contract Length: 12 months Location: Gulf of Mexico Rotation: 14 days on / 14 days off Company Overview: Earthstream is recruiting an Offshore Control Systems Engineer for a long-term contract, based on the gulf of Mexico. Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced engineer with strong expertise in Yokogawa CentumVP and/or Prosafe to support offshore control system operations and project execution. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Work independently and within a team on multiple assignments.</li><li>Provide technical and project execution consulting to Project Leads.</li><li>Identify technical opportunities and justify control system improvements.</li><li>Design, implement, and test control and safety functions for Yokogawa CentumVP and/or Prosafe </li><li>Lead or support field surveys, data collection, and automation function design.</li><li>Oversee technical aspects of complex projects, including manpower allocation, compliance, and project delivery schedules.</li><li>Assign project tasks, monitor progress, and mentor team members as needed.</li><li>Ensure accuracy and completeness of project data, drawings, and documentation.</li><li>Maintain Functional Safety System (FSM) requirements as part of Safety System Engineering.</li><li>Prepare simulations, test scenarios, and lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).</li><li>Develop Safety Validation Plans (SVP) and contribute to Safety Requirement Specification (SRS) discussions.</li><li>Conduct troubleshooting, operator training, and tuning of advanced control loops.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Strong knowledge of Yokogawa CentumVP and/or Prosafe </li><li>Experience in designing, implementing, and testing control and safety functions.</li><li>Ability to lead large or complex projects with advanced automation technologies.</li><li>Proficiency in developing and executing Functional Safety System (FSM) requirements.</li><li>Experience with ESD & FGS Systems and working in offshore environments.</li><li>Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to train operators.</li></ul>If you're a skilled Offshore Control Systems Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply now!

Offshore Control Systems

Hiring: PLC Programmer – Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 Location: Timișoara, Romania Contract: 8 months (potential extension) Earthstream is looking for PLC Programmers for a freelance contract with a leading automotive manufacturer in Timișoara, Romania. Requirements: <ul><li>Proven Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 experience</li><li>Strong PLC coding and process development skills</li><li>Background in automotive or production manufcturing</li><li>EU work authorisation required</li></ul> Know someone who’s a great fit? We offer a great referral scheme! Apply now:

Rachel joins our team in our Spain office as a Senior Consultant with 8 years of experience specialising within the Controls and Automation sector. 

Rachel Bastin

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