Controls and Automation Engineer
Based in Bedford
We are an extremely well established Bedfordshire-based manufacturer selling our machines to household blue chip names across the globe and serving a wide range of industries.
Following a period of growth and rebranding, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Controls and Automation Engineer to join our business.
Based at our recently refurbished site in Bedford (within easy reach of the A6 and A421 and free on-site parking) you will work on the successful design and development of new products.
In addition, occasionally (approximately 4 to 5 times a year) you will travel both in the UK and Overseas to customer sites to resolve any automation issues regarding commissioning, installation and trouble shooting.
This is an exciting time to join us as we are continuing to expand product ranges, integrating technological advancements, and our development of bespoke solutions to meet specific customer needs means that your work will be interesting and varied.
We can offer a highly experienced Controls and Automation Engineer a very attractive salary (please state your requirement upon application) and benefits package dependant on skills and experience, early finish on Fridays, and the opportunity to directly contribute to NPD and NPI of one of Bedford's most highly respected manufacturers.
We invite applications from Controls and Automation Engineers with the following attributes:
A background of PLC / HMI control systems incorporating at least one of the following:
- Siemens S7
- Rockwell ControlLogix
- Allen-Bradley Kinetics Motion Control
- Experience with Motion Control and Servo Drive Applications would be highly desirable
- Previous working experience of automated machinery
- Strong experience designing electrical control systems for special purpose machinery
- Capable of programming HMIs and adapting screens to suit project needs
Applicants must have a valid Passport and Full driving licence.
More information available upon application.
