Electrical Controls Engineer

White Label is representing an established engineering and manufacturing business in Wakefield with a rich heritage that requires a Software and Electrical Controls Engineer to join their team.

My client is extremely busy with a healthy order book and therefore requires someone with experience, ideally in heavy industry and/or machinery. You’ll be involved in the full project lifecycle of bespoke large-scale projects, from commissioning stage to installation.

My client is offering a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 plus:

* 33 days holiday plus your birthday off

* 37-hour work week (Monday to Thursday 8am to 4:30pm and 8am to 1pm on Friday.

* Pension

* Free parking & excellent transport links

* Life Assurance (4x salary)

* Perkbox discounts & wellbeing support

* Career development in a supportive, technically focused team

Responsibilities of the Software and Electrical Controls Engineer

* Develop, test, and modify PLC software (typically ladder logic) for automated machinery, including safety PLC systems.

* Design control circuits and electrical panels for equipment such as presses, handling systems, grinders, mixers, and extruders.

* Produce detailed electrical schematics, panel layouts, and installation documentation in line with required safety and performance standards e.g. PLd.

* Select, configure, and integrate control hardware, drives, sensors, and instrumentation.

* Generate safety documentation, including design risk assessments, SISTEMA safety reports, and FMECA analyses.

* Support and oversee electrical installations both in-house and at customer sites.

* Commission systems onsite, including testing, fault-finding, and optimisation.

* Troubleshoot and resolve control system and installation issues promptly.

* Work closely with project managers, mechanical engineers, and customers to ensure successful project delivery.

* Provide technical support and clear documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Experience required of the Software and Electrical Controls Engineer

* 5 years of experience in a similar role (ideally heavy industry or machinery)

* Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related discipline.

* Programmable Logic Control (PLC) skills.

* Proven experience in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Mitsubishi).

* Experience with machine safety systems (PL and SIL ratings).

This vacancy is being managed by Paul Smith. Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to advance yourself as a Software and Electrical Controls Engineer. Apply now for immediate consideration