Electrical Controls Engineer

Electrical Controls Engineer

Rochdale, Greater Manchester | Full Time | £35,000–£45,000 per annum (DOE)

Are you passionate about electrical controls and ready to take the lead on complex automation projects?

A world-class ISO9001-accredited, market-leading manufacturer of automatic combustion equipment is looking for a motivated Electrical Controls Engineer to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on challenging projects, gain hands-on experience, and develop your career within a highly respected engineering environment.

Are you the right person for the job?

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of IET wiring regulations (BS 7671)
• Proficient in reading and creating electrical schematics in AutoCAD Electrical
• Hands-on experience with PLC/HMI programming in TIA Portal
• Experience implementing and troubleshooting industrial networks (Modbus/Profinet/Ethernet-IP)
• Knowledge of ATEX/DSEAR regulations – preferred
• Understanding of functional safety standards (IEC 61508/61511) – preferred

What will your role look like?

• Lead complex electrical engineering projects, including FAT and SAT activities
• Generate technical documentation, including control philosophies, FDS, and C&E documents
• Produce detailed cable schedules and block cable diagrams
• Collaborate with mechanical teams to design cable routing and associated containment
• Program, test, and troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs
• Support installation and commissioning activities on site
• Produce detailed costings and labour estimates to assist the sales team
• Provide technical support to engineers and customers

This role is ideal for a technically minded engineer looking to take the next step in their career and lead challenging electrical control projects within a fast-growing company.

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