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Electrical Controls Engineer

Posted 17 days ago

  • Bedford, Greater Manchester
  • Any
  • External
  • Expires In 11 days

Job Description

Electrical Controls Engineer – Design, Automation & PLC Programming

Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: Up to £50,000, depending on experience
Tools: EPLAN / AutoCAD Electrical, PLC Programming

We’re looking for an Electrical Controls Engineer who can design, develop, and bring control systems to life—both on CAD and in code.

If you enjoy a role that blends hands-on electrical design with PLC programming, and you're excited by the idea of contributing to complex automated machinery, this is a great opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking engineering team.

What You'll Be Doing:
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  • Designing and developing electrical control systems for automated machinery

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  • Writing, testing, and modifying PLC code (Siemens, Rockwell, or similar)

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  • Producing detailed schematic drawings, bills of materials, and supporting documentation

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  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering, production, service, and sales

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  • Supporting testing, commissioning, and product development activities

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  • Ensuring compliance with relevant safety and electrical standards

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What You Bring:
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  • Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

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  • Strong understanding of industrial automation and control systems

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  • Experience with EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical

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  • Confident programming and fault-finding on PLCs

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  • Good communication skills and a proactive, hands-on approach

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Desirable Skills:

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  • Knowledge of EN60204, EN13849, and EMC compliance

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  • Familiarity with pneumatics and hydraulics

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  • Experience working with bespoke machinery or in a manufacturing environment

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What’s on Offer:
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  • Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience

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  • Hybrid working available following onboarding

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  • 26 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

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  • Private healthcare, pension, and life assurance

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  • A friendly, collaborative team and a varied project workload

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Interested? Apply now or get in touch to learn more about the opportunity.

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