Senior Electrical Automation Engineer – Travel‑Heavy Onsite

Workforce Staffing Ltd; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing and engineering solutions provider is seeking an Electrical Service Engineer based in Cheltenham. This full-time role involves installing and commissioning electrical machinery at various customer sites, with travel across the UK, North America, and Ireland. Candidates should possess skills in automation machinery, PLC programming, and should be team-oriented with strong communication abilities. The role offers a salary range of £45,000 to £50,000, company vehicle, and private health insurance after the probationary period.

Benefits

Company vehicle (after probation)

Private health insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• A strong background in industrial control systems/PLC programming.
• Capable of working in hygienic environments.
• Good leadership and team working skills.

Responsibilities

• Electrical installation and machinery commissioning.
• Installing control panels and leading onsite machine builds.
• Post-purchase servicing and breakdown support.

Skills

Interpreting engineering drawings

Automation machinery experience

PLC programming knowledge

Pneumatics understanding

Leadership qualities

Attention to detail

Education

Apprentice-trained/Qualified electrical fitter

Job description

A staffing and engineering solutions provider is seeking an Electrical Service Engineer based in Cheltenham. This full-time role involves installing and commissioning electrical machinery at various customer sites, with travel across the UK, North America, and Ireland. Candidates should possess skills in automation machinery, PLC programming, and should be team-oriented with strong communication abilities. The role offers a salary range of £45,000 to £50,000, company vehicle, and private health insurance after the probationary period.