Electrical Engineer jobs in United Kingdom
Senior Controls & Electrical Design Engineer
Thomas Lee Recruitment
Electrical Design Engineer
Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
Principal Electrical Engineer
Advance Training & Recruitment Services
Senior Electrical Engineer
Advance Training & Recruitment Services
Discover more opportunities than anywhere else. Find more jobs nowSenior Electrical Test Engineer
Resource Area for Teaching
Connect with headhunters to apply for similar jobsGraduate Electrical Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) - Edinburgh or Glasgow
AECOM
Electrical Design Engineer (m/f/d)
Alpine Metal Tech Holding GmbH
Electrical Design Engineer
Ross-Shire Engineering Limited
Placement Student- Battery Electrical Engineer
Cummins
Graduate Electrical Design Engineer Multiple roles across the UK
Vital Energi Utilities Ltd
Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Russell Taylor Group
Associate / Principal Electrical Engineer - Southern
MOTT MACDONALD
Principal Electrical Engineer
First Recruitment Group
Senior Controls & Electrical Design Engineer
Job summary
A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer in East Hagbourne, UK. This role involves designing control systems and programming PLCs and HMIs for various automation projects. Candidates should have at least 3 years experience in PLC and HMI programming, along with a strong background in industrial automation. A competitive salary plus benefits is offered for this hybrid role with UK and occasional overseas travel.
Benefits
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in PLC and HMI programming.
- Strong background in industrial automation and safety circuits.
- Experience designing panels and schematics in AutoCAD.
Responsibilities
- Design and specify complete control systems and electrical layouts.
- Program PLCs and HMIs for industrial automation systems.
- Commission and integrate systems across UK and international sites.
Skills
Education
Tools
50 000 + benefits
Oxfordshire hybrid with UK & occasional overseas travel
Work at the cutting edge of automation and control, designing systems that drive smarter, faster, and more reliable manufacturing.
You'll be part of an experienced engineering team developing full life–cycle control systems for bespoke automation and vision–based machinery from concept through design, programming, commissioning, and support.
- Design and specify complete control systems, panels, and electrical layouts.
- Program PLCs and HMIs (Siemens / Allen Bradley) for industrial automation systems.
- Produce wiring diagrams, terminal plans, and layouts in AutoCAD Electrical.
- Create specifications, process flow diagrams, and control architectures.
- Commission and integrate systems across UK and international sites.
- Support electrical fitting, testing, and problem–solving during build and installation.
- Maintain and upgrade existing control systems.
- 3+ years of experience in PLC and HMI programming (Siemens or Allen Bradley).
- Strong background in industrial automation, safety circuits, and electrical control gear.
- Experience designing panels and schematics in AutoCAD Electrical (or similar).
- Understanding of communication protocols (Profinet, Profibus, EtherNet/IP, etc).
- Logical thinker with strong organisational and communication skills.
- Degree in Electrical or Control Engineering.
- Knowledge of robotics or machine vision systems.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Opportunities to work on cutting–edge automation projects.
- Long–term progression and professional development.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.