Electrical & Controls Engineer

Pertemps Bond; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a motivated Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation Engineer to support the design and development of control systems in a collaborative environment. This role offers competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to work with advanced technologies in a dynamic industry sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Some experience in PLC/HMI programming.
• Understanding of electrical schematics and PID loops.
• Awareness of industry standards like EN/UL61010.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of electrical control systems.
• Contribute to project planning and monitor task progress.
• Assist in creating technical documentation and provide technical support.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

HND or Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls

Tools

PLC/HMI programming

Web development tools (HTML5, JavaScript, ASP)

Job description

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Pertemps Bristol Industrial are recruiting fora skilled and motivated Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation (ECI) Engineer to joinone of our clients based in BS21, Clevedon.

Reporting to the Lead Controls Engineer, this role plays a key part in the design, development, and commissioning of advanced control systems for industrial applications.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure engineering standards are met, and project objectives are delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of electrical control systems and instrumentation.
• Assist in resolving engineering issues by identifying effective technical solutions.
• Contribute to project planning, manage individual work priorities, and monitor task progress.
• Ensure systems comply with safety standards, modular design principles, and industry regulations.
• Assist in the creation and review of technical documentation including manuals and service instructions.
• Participate in factory and field testing and provide technical support during system commissioning.
• Engage in continuous improvement activities and adopt new tools and technologies under guidance.

Qualifications & Experience Essential:

• HND or Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls, or a related engineering discipline.
• Some experience in PLC/HMI programming (e.g., ladder logic, structured text).
• Understanding of electrical schematics, PID loops, and P&ID diagrams.
• Awareness of industry standards (e.g., EN/UL61010, EN60204, EN61326-1, SIL/EN61508).
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written).

Desirable:

• 5+ years of experience in a similar engineering role.
• Experience in regulated industries and familiarity with risk assessment techniques (HAZOP, FMEA).
• Exposure to web development tools (HTML5, JavaScript, ASP) is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and internal progression.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• The opportunity to work with a global industry leader in a high-growth sector.

If you are interested or would like further information, please call the office on 0117 929 4422 and speak to James Guyatt