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Electrical automation engineer

Kempston
Hernshead Recruitment Ltd
Automation engineer
Posted: 8 January
Offer description

Join an award-winning, global leader in design, innovation, and advanced manufacturing. This pioneering business designs and delivers bespoke, high-performance automation systems and cutting-edge machinery used by some of the world’s most recognised brands.

With a heritage spanning over 100 years, this company has built a reputation for engineering excellence, technical innovation, and trusted partnerships across the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries. Now, they’re looking for a Control Systems Engineer to play a key role in shaping the next generation of intelligent machinery.

Job Responsibilities:

* Design and develop electrical control systems and PLC software for special-purpose machinery

* Lead and contribute to design studies, reviews, and technical specifications for bespoke applications

* Produce FAT documentation and complete accurate as-built electrical records

* Support engineering teams with manufacturing queries and quality improvements

* Carry out installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting at customer sites worldwide

* Collaborate closely with Service and Aftercare teams to ensure exceptional delivery

Experience required:

* Proven experience designing electrical control systems for special-purpose machinery

* Solid knowledge of machine safety equipment and relevant standards

* Hands-on experience with Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley PLC programming

* Confident commissioning machinery to FAT protocols

Why Join?

* Work on innovative, one-of-a-kind machinery — no repetitive projects

* Be part of a financially stable, century-old business with a forward-thinking mindset

* Collaborate with highly skilled engineers in a culture that values quality, creativity, and continuous improvement

* See your work in action at global customer sites

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