Electrical Controls Design Engineer

Bennett and Game; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical engineering firm in Liverpool is seeking a motivated Controls Engineer. You will design and develop control systems for pharmaceutical manufacturing, working with Siemens and Allen Bradley automation platforms. The role offers a competitive salary of £45,000-£55,000, flexible hours, and comprehensive benefits including 25 days holiday and health support. Join a collaborative team dedicated to compliance and innovation in critical manufacturing systems.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

4% employer pension contribution

RAC breakdown cover

Death in service cover (4x salary)

Income protection for long-term illness

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Discounts at major retailers

Health & wellbeing app access

Flexible working hours

5 flexible remote working days per year

Qualifications

• Experience in automation, instrumentation, or control panel design.
• Skilled in creating documentation packages including FDS and validation documentation.
• Experience ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems for pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment.
• Configure and program automation platforms like Siemens and Allen Bradley.
• Produce and maintain electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external clients on projects.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and system troubleshooting.

Skills

Proficiency with Siemens PLC systems

Proficiency with Allen Bradley PLC systems

Strong problem-solving abilities

Technical writing

Knowledge of SCADA and HMI technologies

Education

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related discipline

Tools

Eplan 8

Job description

Position : Controls Engineer

Location : Liverpool

Salary : £45,000-£55,000

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Controls Engineer to join a leading pharmaceutical engineering team. You'll be working on high-spec projects, contributing to the safe and compliant automation of critical manufacturing systems, with flexibility, support, and strong benefits as part of the package.

Job Overview

• Design and develop control systems for pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment
• Configure and program Siemens (S7, TIA Portal) and Allen Bradley (RSLogix, Studio 5000) automation platforms
• Produce and maintain electrical schematics and panel layouts using Eplan 8
• Create full documentation packages including:
  • Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
  • Cable and instrument schedules
  • I / O lists and wiring diagrams
  • IQ / OQ validation documentation
• Collaborate with internal teams and external clients, including project managers, engineers, technicians, and stakeholders
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), on‑site commissioning, and system troubleshooting
• Ensure all control designs meet relevant safety standards and comply with industry regulations such as ATEX, GAMP, FDA, and SIL

Requirements

• Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related discipline
• Experience in automation, instrumentation, or control panel design
• Proficiency with Siemens and Allen Bradley PLC systems
• Knowledge of SCADA and HMI technologies
• Skilled in Eplan 8 or similar electrical design tools
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills
• Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic abilities

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £45,000‑£55,000 (depending on experience)
• Pension: 4% employer / 4% employee contributions
• Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
• RAC breakdown cover
• Death in service cover (4x salary)
• Income protection for long‑term illness
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounts at major retailers
• Access to health & wellbeing app (virtual GP, mental health support, health advice)
• Hybrid working: Wednesdays and Fridays from home
• Flexible hours: Start between 7:30‑9:30 AM, finish between 4:00‑5:30 PM
• Option to finish at 1 PM on Fridays by accruing time
• 5 flexible remote working days per year (bookable as needed)

This role is offered by Bennett and Game Recruitment, a multi‑disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.