Electrical Controls Engineer

Reference: Blcontren_1783088504

Electrical Controls Engineer

£50,000-£60,000 per annum

Location: Bristol, UK

**No sponsorship visa will be provided by the employer**

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Electrical Controls Engineer to join a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation specialising in the design and delivery of advanced automated machinery and industrial systems.

Reporting to the Senior Electrical Controls Engineer, you will play a key role in developing innovative equipment concepts and control solutions that can be safely constructed, tested, commissioned, and delivered to customers worldwide. This position offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects involving PLCs, servo systems, robotics, HMI development, and machine commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop electrical control concepts and schemes that can be constructed and commissioned safely and effectively.
  • Produce electrical drawings, general arrangements, panel layouts, bills of materials, schedules, and technical documentation.
  • Design, develop, test, and commission PLC, HMI, servo motion, and robotic control systems.
  • Ensure all designs comply with relevant health and safety legislation, standards, specifications, and quality requirements.
  • Liaise with customers, suppliers, distributors, and internal departments to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Identify and resolve technical issues, providing practical and cost-effective engineering solutions.
  • Deliver projects within agreed timescales and budget constraints.
  • Maintain accurate technical records throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote engineering best practice.
  • Travel internationally to support customer installations, commissioning activities, troubleshooting, and after-sales support.
  • Collaborate with global group companies to provide technical support, machine testing, and problem resolution.
  • Promote and maintain safe working practices and ensure compliance with company procedures and statutory regulations.

Experience and Qualifications

  • Degree qualification (BSc or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar engineering role.
  • At least 5 years' experience in electrical design, preferably within the packaging machinery or automated machinery sector.
  • Proven experience using AutoCAD Electrical.
  • Strong experience with PLC-based control systems, including Rockwell/Allen-Bradley (RSLogix) and Siemens platforms.
  • Extensive experience in programming, testing, and commissioning servo motion and robotic handling systems.
  • Good understanding of CE Marking legislation and machinery safety standards.
  • Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Full driving licence and valid passport.
  • Willingness to travel internationally as required.

Skills and Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • A proactive and self-motivated approach.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
  • Customer-focused mindset.
  • Strong planning and organisational abilities.
  • Project management capability.
  • Ability to assess and manage technical risks.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
  • High level of computer literacy.
  • Flexibility and willingness to travel internationally.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work on innovative and technically challenging projects.
  • International travel and customer-facing experience.
  • Professional development and career progression opportunities.
  • Collaborative and supportive engineering environment.

Interested in applying for the role or know someone suitable? Send the CV to Luana Ferreira at [email protected] or give her a call on 07918726944 for more details.


Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£50,000.00 - £60,000.00
Per annum
GBP50000 - GBP60000 per annum

Bristol

Permanent

Added 03/07/2026
Reference: Blcontren_1783088504

Electrical Controls Engineer

Bristol
Permanent

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