Electrical Engineer - Industrial Automation & Controls

Placements24; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & progression

Hybrid work

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in East London seeks an Electrical Engineer specializing in Industrial Automation and Controls to join our manufacturing client. You will design, implement, and maintain automated systems driving production, ensuring reliability and safety of PLCs, HMIs, robots, and integrated machinery in a hybrid on-site/remote setup.

The role offers opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement in the automotive supply chain, and exposure to modern manufacturing technologies within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, with a focus on automation and control.
• Proficient in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA development.
• Experience with industrial networks (e.g., Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus).
• Solid understanding of electrical schematics, motor controls, and VFDs.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for complex automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical control systems for manufacturing equipment and production lines.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs from major manufacturers (Siemens, Allen-Bradley).
• Configure and develop HMI and SCADA systems.
• Specify electrical components, sensors, actuators, drives, and safety devices.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using CAD.
• Perform root cause analysis for electrical and automation issues and implement solutions.
• Collaborate with mechanical/production teams to ensure system integration.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
• Support commissioning of new equipment and automation projects.
• Provide technical assistance and training to maintenance personnel.

Skills

PLC programming

Automation design

Troubleshooting

Robotics familiarity

Electrical schematics

Industrial networks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Profinet

Ethernet/IP

Modbus

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic manufacturing company, is seeking an Electrical Engineer specializing in Industrial Automation and Controls to join their team in East London . This role is crucial for the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated systems that drive our production processes. You will be responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and safety of our electrical control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and integrated machinery. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles applied to automation, excellent troubleshooting skills, and a proactive approach to optimizing production efficiency. This position offers a stimulating work environment within a hybrid model, allowing for both essential on‑site collaboration and remote flexibility. We are committed to fostering innovation and providing our engineers with opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement within the automotive supply chain sector. You will play a vital role in modernizing our manufacturing capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical control systems for manufacturing equipment and production lines.
• Program and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) from major manufacturers (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley).
• Configure and develop Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
• Specify electrical components, including sensors, actuators, drives, and safety devices.
• Create and maintain detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using CAD software.
• Perform root cause analysis for electrical and automation-related issues and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, production) to ensure successful system integration and performance.
• Ensure all electrical installations and modifications comply with relevant safety standards (e.g., electrical codes, machinery safety directives) and company policies.
• Support the commissioning of new equipment and automation projects.
• Provide technical assistance and training to maintenance personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, with a focus on automation and control systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA development.
• Experience with industrial networks (e.g., Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus).
• Solid understanding of electrical schematics, motor controls, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for complex automation systems.
• Familiarity with industrial safety standards and practices.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid on‑site/remote capacity.
• Experience with robotic systems is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialized training in automation technologies.
• Work on modern manufacturing and automation projects in East London .
• Hybrid work arrangement supporting work-life balance.
• Access to advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Generous annual leave allowance.