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Posted 5 days ago, valid for 6 days
Bedford, Bedfordshire MK43 0XH
£52,000 - £53,000 per annum
Full Time
Retirement Plan
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- The Control System Engineer position in Bedfordshire offers a salary of £52,000 plus an excellent benefits package, including a matched pension scheme.
- Candidates should possess a minimum of Level 3 in an electrical discipline and have strong electrical troubleshooting and repair skills.
- The role involves improving, maintaining, and rectifying electrical/electronic control systems in a food manufacturing environment.
- Key responsibilities include responding to equipment breakdowns, conducting root cause analysis, and collaborating with colleagues to enhance efficiency and safety standards.
- The position is ideal for those motivated by problem-solving and continuous improvement, with opportunities for ongoing training and development.
Salary: 52,000 + Excellent Package including Matched Pension Scheme
Are you an experienced Control System Engineer with a passion for problem-solving, innovation, and continuous improvement in a food manufacturing environment?
This role is all about improving, maintaining, and rectifying electrical/electronic control systems - including PLCs, HMIs, motion control systems, and communication networks - to ensure smooth and reliable production. You'll work closely with fellow control system engineers and multi-skilled engineers to support the plant, hit production targets, and drive efficiency improvements, all within a high-safety, high-quality environment.
What will you be doing?
Respond to equipment breakdowns, diagnose faults, and carry out timely repairs
Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement improvements to reduce downtime
Design and implement modifications to existing electrical systems
Maintain accurate maintenance records and support continuous improvement initiatives
Apply safe systems of work (isolations, permits, risk assessments) across a variety of equipment
Collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge and develop site electrical standards
Support training and knowledge transfer within the engineering team
What will you bring?
Time-served apprenticeship (minimum Level 3) in an electrical discipline
Strong electrical troubleshooting and repair skills
Knowledge of PLC, HMI, and servo systems (Allen Bradley preferred)
Good understanding of machinery safety systems (Pilz, Guardmaster, or similar)
Solid grasp of electrical safety practices and regulations
Ability to communicate technical information clearly to non-technical colleagues
A collaborative, proactive, and results-driven approach
Motivation to make a difference and a continuous improvement mindset
What's on offer?
Salary: 52,000
Matched pension scheme and excellent benefits package
Ongoing investment in training and development
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation and control systems
Commutable from Bedford, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Cambridge, Stevenage, Luton, St Neots, Biggleswade, Hitchin, and surrounding areas
Our client is an equal opportunity employer and makes hiring decisions based solely on merit. They do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, etc.
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