Controls & Automation Engineer

Hunter Selection
📍 bedford, England, United-Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted February 26, 2026

Job Description

Electrical Controls & Automation Engineer

Bedfordshire | On-site | £46,000-£60,000 + Exceptional Benefits

Are you a PLC Programming pro with a passion for innovation? Do you thrive on solving complex engineering challenges and building systems from the ground up? Join a cutting‑edge R&D team working with some of the world's biggest global brands to shape the future of food and FMCG innovation.

Responsibilities

  • PLC Programming (Siemens & Rockwell) – a core part of the role.
  • Design, build, wire, program and commission electrical panels and control systems.
  • Lead and mentor peers and contractors.
  • Invent and implement creative automation solutions for test rigs, prototype machines and pilot plant equipment.
  • Produce electrical and control system designs, drawings and manuals.
  • Diagnose and repair control systems with precision and speed.

Qualifications / Experience

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Job Details

  • Location bedford, England
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Engineering
  • Posted Date February 26, 2026
  • Application Deadline April 07, 2026