Electrical Controls and Software Design Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical Controls and Software Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in Bristol. In this exciting role, you will design and develop cutting-edge controls and PLC software systems for a variety of automated packaging machinery. The ideal candidate will bring at least three years of experience and a strong background in electrical design, PLC programming, and HMI development. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will contribute to innovative solutions in automation technology.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electrical design and software engineering.
• Proficient in PLC and HMI programming for automated machinery.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical controls for automated packaging machinery.
• Write and develop PLC code and assist with machine commissioning.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Programming

Electrical Design

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Software

Beckhoff Software

Zennon Software

Job description

Electrical Controls and Software Design Engineer, Bristol

Client:

Staffbase Recruitment Ltd

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Our client is an established manufacturer of automated machinery. Due to their continued success, Staffbase has been appointed to recruit for the position of Electrical Controls and Software Design Engineer.

The Role:

The Electrical Controls and Software Design Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing controls and PLC software systems for a wide range of automated packaging machinery.

• Design electrical controls using AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN software
• Write and develop PLC code using Rockwell and Beckhoff
• Write and develop HMI, servo motion, and safety code using various software
• Prepare BOMs
• Attend customer meetings and design review meetings
• Assist with machine commissioning remotely and/or on-site

Candidate:

The ideal candidate will be an experienced electrical design engineer with excellent software design and PLC/HMI programming skills using Rockwell, Beckhoff, and Zennon. You should have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role and a good understanding of control systems for automated machinery. A minimum of HNC/HND in electrical engineering is required, along with proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN design software.

Hours of Work:

Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Benefits: