At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead hands-on electrical controls engineering for bespoke machinery projects.
- Company: Established engineering business in Nottingham with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, technical ownership, and opportunities for mentorship.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for career growth and technical leadership.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in automation and robotics while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in PLC programming, electrical control systems, and project engineering.
The predicted salary is between 46350 - 56650 £ per year.
We’re recruiting for an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to join a well-established engineering business in Nottingham. This is a broad, hands-on role combining controls engineering, electrical design, project delivery and technical leadership within a specialist machinery environment.
The Role
- Electrical and controls engineering across bespoke machinery projects
- PLC-controlled systems and automated equipment
- Electrical design and control panel development
- Supporting machinery build, test and commissioning
- Working closely with mechanical and project engineering teams
- Fault finding and technical problem solving
- Supporting project delivery from concept through to completion
- Mentoring and supporting less experienced engineers where required
- Taking ownership of controls-related project activity
What We’re Looking For
- Engineers with experience across areas such as:
- PLC programming and diagnostics
- Electrical control systems
- Control panel design
- Automation and special purpose machinery
- Robotics
- Conveyors and automated handling equipment
- Machine build and commissioning
- Electrical CAD
- Mechatronics
- Project engineering
You may currently be working as a:
- Controls Engineer
- Electrical Controls Engineer
- Senior Electrical Engineer
- Electrical Project Engineer
- Automation Engineer
- Controls Team Leader
This could suit someone looking for more technical ownership and responsibility without moving away from hands-on engineering.
Package
- Salary: £48,000 – £55,000
- Location: Nottingham
For more information or a confidential conversation, apply today.
Electrical Controls Engineer in Nottingham employer: Apex Appoint
Join a leading materials-handling business in the Milton Keynes / Sandy area, where you will be part of a dynamic team that values expertise and innovation. We offer a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring you can advance your skills in a rewarding environment. With a focus on customer satisfaction and teamwork, you'll enjoy the unique advantage of working in a role that combines technical challenges with the satisfaction of delivering exceptional service to our clients.
