Controls and Automation Engineer

AEROCONTACT; Bedford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Bedford is seeking a skilled Controls and Automation Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on innovative product designs and contribute to the development of bespoke solutions for a diverse range of customers. With a commitment to technological advancements and a supportive work environment, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the company's growth. Enjoy perks like early finishes on Fridays and a competitive salary package tailored to your skills and experience. If you are passionate about automation and control systems, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Early finish on Fridays

Attractive salary package

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience with PLC/HMI control systems and motion control.
• Strong background in designing electrical control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new products at the Bedford site.
• Travel to customer sites for commissioning and troubleshooting.

Skills

PLC / HMI control systems

Motion Control

Servo Drive Applications

Electrical control systems design

Programming HMIs

Tools

Siemens S7

Rockwell ControlLogix

Allen-Bradley Kinetics Motion Control

Job description

We are an extremely well-established Bedfordshire-based manufacturer selling our machines to household blue chip names across the globe and serving a wide range of industries.

Following a period of growth and rebranding, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Controls and Automation Engineer to join our business.

Based at our recently refurbished site in Bedford (within easy reach of the A6 and A421 and free on-site parking), you will work on the successful design and development of new products.

In addition, occasionally (approximately 4 to 5 times a year) you will travel both in the UK and overseas to customer sites to resolve any automation issues regarding commissioning, installation, and troubleshooting.

This is an exciting time to join us as we are continuing to expand product ranges, integrating technological advancements, and our development of bespoke solutions to meet specific customer needs means that your work will be interesting and varied.

We can offer a highly experienced Controls and Automation Engineer a very attractive salary (please state your requirement upon application) and benefits package dependent on skills and experience, early finish on Fridays, and the opportunity to directly contribute to NPD and NPI of one of Bedford's most highly respected manufacturers.

We invite applications from Controls and Automation Engineers with the following attributes:

1. A background of PLC / HMI control systems incorporating at least one of the following:
   • Siemens S7
   • Rockwell ControlLogix
   • Allen-Bradley Kinetics Motion Control
2. Experience with Motion Control and Servo Drive Applications would be highly desirable.
3. Previous working experience of automated machinery.
4. Strong experience designing electrical control systems for special purpose machinery.
5. Capable of programming HMIs and adapting screens to suit project needs.
6. Valid Passport and Full driving licence.

More information available upon application.