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Controls Design Engineer

  • Location

    Haverhill

  • Sector:

    Engineering

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £45000 - £55000 per annum

  • Contact:

    Brigita Seveliovaite

  • Contact email:

    brigita@compasspoint.co.uk

  • Contact phone:

    01284765700

  • Job ref:

    J36682

  • Published:

    4 months ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-06-08

  • Start date:

    2025-03-13

  • Consultant:

    ConsultantDrop

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company, is looking for aControls Design Engineer to join their team in Haverhill.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing business, working with top-quality equipment in an exciting industry. You'll be responsible for designing and developing innovative and reliable electrical control systems with user-friendly interfaces.

We're looking for someone proactive and detail-oriented who can work both independently and as part of a team. Your skills and initiative will make a real difference in improving products and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design control systems and electrical assemblies.

  • Develop, manage, and maintain reliable software for PLCs, HMIs, and other devices.

  • Produce clear and accurate technical documentation, including schematics, assembly drawings, BOMs, and wiring diagrams.

  • Conduct functional and reliability testing to ensure optimal performance.

  • Ensure compliance with international electrical and controls standards.

  • Investigate and implement change requests using a methodical approach.

  • Drive continuous improvement in reliability and durability to support best-in-class warranties.

  • Provide engineering design support across the business.


Skills & Experience:

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role designing control systems for industrial equipment or product manufacturing.

  • Strong expertise in PLC and HMI programming.

  • Experience using data analysis tools for system optimization and user feedback.

  • Highly IT literate, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Sound knowledge of MRP systems, BOMs, and product data management.

  • Familiarity with design for assembly and design for serviceability principles.

  • Fully conversant with electrical and machinery compliance requirements.


If you are a dynamic, solution-driven professional with a passion for manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you. Please send us your updated CV to explore this exciting opportunity!