At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop innovative control systems for automated machinery and robotics.
- Company: Established manufacturer of special purpose machinery with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 33 days annual leave, pension, and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and hands-on experience in the field.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on exciting projects across the UK and Europe.
- Qualifications: Experience in PLC/HMI programming and a recognised electrical engineering qualification.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
Our client is an established manufacturer of special purpose machinery and due to their continued success, Staffbase have been appointed to recruit for the position of Electrical Design Engineer.
Salary: £45K - £50K Negotiable + Benefits
The successful candidate will be an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with good PLC skills. Time will be split 70% in office design and 30% working in the field supporting installations, commissioning, etc. in the UK & Europe.
The Role: Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the design and development of new control systems for a wide range of automated machinery and robotics. Duties will include but are not limited to the following:
- Design and develop new software controls from customer requirements
- Upgrade and modify existing control systems in accordance with specification
- Assist with on-site installations and commissioning
- Provide remote and onsite technical support for customers and field engineers
- PLC & HMI programming
- Undertake project work as and when required
Candidate: The Electrical Design Engineer will have excellent PLC/HMI programming skills with knowledge of either Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi or Omron PLC software. You will have at least two years' experience in a similar role and ideally you will have a good knowledge and understanding of robotic machinery. You will have a recognised qualification in electrical engineering e.g. NVQ 3, HND, 18th edition.
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 40 hrs
Benefits: Excellent gross earnings £50K - £55K, 33 days annual leave, Pension
Electrical Design Engineer in Leicester employer: Staffbase Recruitment
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