Senior Controls and Electrical Design Engineer

Vicon Motion Systems Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneer in vision technology as a Senior Controls and Electrical Design Engineer. You will work within a dynamic engineering team to design and program controls and electrical systems for a range of automation machinery. With over 3 years of experience in PLC programming and a degree in Electrical Engineering, you will contribute to innovative automation solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years industry experience in PLC/HMI programming.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (2.1 or above).
• At least 3+ years using AutoCAD Electrical or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle PLC and controls programming of industrial automation systems.
• Design and specify control systems, safety, and electrical components.
• Create electrical schematics and layouts adhering to EU standards.

Skills

PLC/HMI programming

Electrical control gear

Industrial automation

Communication protocols

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Senior Controls and Electrical Design Engineer

Department: IVS Design Engineering

Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time

Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire

Reporting To: Kyle Clements

Description

Join the revolution at IVS: pioneers in vision technology.

Since 2000, IVS has led the way in revolutionising inspection machines and artificial intelligence vision systems. Based in the UK, we serve global clients, renowned for innovation, quality, and precision in machine vision systems for inspection, guidance, and identification.

We drive factory automation, from medical designs to electrical control systems, industrial automation, and machine vision. Our commitment to excellence has earned the trust of blue-chip manufacturers worldwide, with hundreds of systems installed globally.

Why IVS is Your Future:

Be part of a company shaping the future of technology. Located at Harwell Science and Innovation Campus near Oxford, IVS offers an exciting opportunity for inventive individuals to join our growing, high-tech organization. Join us to redefine vision technology and shape a more innovative tomorrow. Apply today and contribute to our success story.

The Post

We seek a keen and enthusiastic Controls & Electrical Design Engineer to work effectively within our engineering team. The role involves using AutoCAD Electrical to design panels and electrical schematics for systems ranging from small retro-fit camera setups to large industrial automation machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle PLC and controls programming of industrial automation systems.
• Design and specify control systems, safety, and electrical components.
• Create technical specifications, process flow diagrams, and control system architecture.
• Integrate and commission new systems at customer sites within the UK and internationally.
• Create electrical schematics and layouts adhering to EU standards.
• Collaborate with Design and Applications Engineers to deliver projects on time.
• Coordinate with suppliers as part of project control.
• Assist with electrical fitting, wiring, and assembly of machine builds.
• Conduct electrical testing on new machine builds.
• Support electrical troubleshooting during manufacturing.
• Maintain and develop existing control systems at customer sites.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Minimum 3+ years industry experience in PLC/HMI programming.
• Experience with Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs, HMIs, and control gear.
• Machinery safety training/experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical control gear, industrial automation, and communication protocols (Profinet/Profibus, EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, serial, OPC, IO-link).
• At least 3+ years using AutoCAD Electrical or similar software.
• Experience designing electrical panel layouts.
• Logical problem-solving skills.
• Organized, deadline-oriented, detail-focused.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team player.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (2.1 or above).
• Knowledge of robotics and machine vision.
• Full UK driving license.