Controls & Automation Engineer

Electrical Controls & Automation Engineer

Bedfordshire | On-site | £46,000-£60,000 + Exceptional Benefits

Are you a PLC Programming pro with a passion for innovation? Do you thrive on solving complex engineering challenges and building systems from the ground up? Join a cutting-edge R&D team working with some of the world's biggest global brands to shape the future of food and FMCG innovation.

As our Senior Electrical, Control & Automation Engineer, you'll be the go-to expert for:

• PLC Programming (Siemens & Rockwell) - a core part of the role.
• Designing, building, wiring, programming, and commissioning electrical panels and control systems.
• Leading and mentoring peers and contractors.
• Inventing and implementing creative automation solutions for test rigs, prototype machines, and pilot plant equipment.
• Producing electrical and control system designs, drawings, and manuals.
• Diagnosing and repairing control systems with precision and speed.

The skills/experience we are looking for:

• Expertise in PLC Programming - Siemens and Rockwell are a must.
• Hands-on experience in electrical wiring and component-level work.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety standards.
• Ideally from an FMCG or food manufacturing background - but we're open to all manufacturing experience.
• A creative mindset and a passion for problem-solving and innovation.

💼 What's In It for You

• £46,000 - £60,000
• Private medical insurance
• Up to 14% pension contribution
• Salary increase up to 11%
• 30 days holiday
• Flexible working hours (core: 8:30-4:45, Mon-Fri)

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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