This market leading manufacturer is now seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to join their rapidly expanding business, who export globally to a broad range of blue chip clients. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well established organisation who can not only support your career development but also offer a great working culture.

Electrical Controls Engineer

£35-50k + Pension, Healthcare, Early Fri Finish

Well-established Engineering Team

Strong order book and good client base

Excellent career prospects & development opportunities

Manchester based role. Ref: 25211

Electrical Controls Engineer - The Role:

• Lead complex electrical engineering projects including FAT and SAT activities
• Produce technical documentation such as control philosophies, FDS and C&E documentation
• Develop detailed cable schedules and block cable diagrams
• Design and coordinate cable routing and containment with mechanical teams
• Program, test and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems (TIA Portal)
• Support site installation and commissioning activities
• Prepare project costings and labour estimates to support the sales team
• Provide technical support to internal engineers and external customers

Electrical Controls Engineer - The Person:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
• Strong knowledge of BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations)
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical for schematic design
• Hands-on PLC/HMI programming experience (TIA Portal essential)
• Experience with industrial networks (Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team

This role will be c50% PLC software, 40%  project work and 10% electrical design. Any supporting knowledge of ATEX/DSEAR is beneficial but not essential.

Located in Manchester, this role would be commutable from Rochdale, Bolton, Oldham, Huddersfield, Blackburn and surrounding areas.

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For further information call Sarah Clarke 

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