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Senior Electrical and Software Design Engineer
Job Posted: 9 hours ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 58,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: City Of Bristol
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Summary
Senior Electrical and Software Design Engineer required for permanent, full-time work in bristol
This role involves designing advanced electrical control systems for packaging machinery. The position requires expertise in using AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN for schematic design, conducting machinery safety analysis using Sistema, and developing software for automation systems including PLC, HMI, motion control, and safety systems, primarily with Rockwell, Beckhoff, Zenon, Pilz, and Phoenix technologies.
£45,000-£58,000 depending on experience
Monday to Friday
Key Responsibilities
Lead electrical design activities for customer-specific projects.
Participate in client meetings to advise on electrical system design.
Collaborate closely with mechanical and electrical engineers to ensure integrated project development.
Contribute innovative solutions and ideas to improve project outcomes.
Complete engineering tasks within agreed project timelines and budget targets.
Perform safety risk assessments and ensure compliance with CE, NEC, CSA, and UL standards.
Support assembly and commissioning processes, both on-site and remotely.
Manage project documentation and maintain proper archiving.
Stay informed of and implement relevant new technologies.
Occasionally travel domestically and internationally for support and commissioning.Core Duties
Design control systems using AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN.
Develop PLC, HMI, and Servo Motion code using Rockwell and Beckhoff platforms.
Program safety systems using Pilz and Phoenix.
Create Bills of Materials using Agile PLM software.
Commission machinery both in-house and at customer sites.Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Approximately 10 years of experience in electrical/software engineering, ideally in the packaging or capital equipment industry.
Strong knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, Rockwell, Beckhoff, and Zenon software.
Understanding of CE, NEC (NFPA 70/79), CSA, and UL standards.
Proficient in using Sistema for safety level analysis.
Experience with product handling and servo motion technology.
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Effective communicator and team collaborator.
Highly organized, customer-focused, and detail-oriented.Key Qualities
Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
Practical, hands-on engineering experience.
Adaptable, innovative, and committed to continuous improvement.
Able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
If you are interested in this role, please apply online or for further information contact Pertemps Bristol Technical team ( (phone number removed) - option 3 ) and speak to James GuyattBefore You Apply
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