Premier Technical Recruitment Ltd

Controls Engineer / Control Software Engineer to c£60k neg dep exp plus benefits East Midlands - commutable from Nottingham, Leicester and Coventry Our client demonstrates almost 40 years' experience in the manufacture of bespoke automation and robotic systems for a range of industrial applications and are regarded as one of the leading automation system solution providers in the UK. As a result of continued success and a planned programme of strategic growth, they are now seeking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Controls Engineer to complement their established professional team and deliver machine control system solutions allied to a range of automated machinery-based projects. Tasked with writing and developing software, PLC & HMI coding for various automation projects, as a Controls Engineer you will also be responsible for the electrical design and creation of machine control system solutions for special purpose automated machinery projects. Other duties will include delivering control and safety systems that comply with the requirements of the machinery directive and appropriate applicable standards, and electrical system design, selection of components and generating detailed circuit diagrams as required. Based near Leicester, as a Controls Engineer you will also be responsible for the integration of various robots, including SCARA, Delta & 6-axis and will liaise extensively with customers, suppliers and team members, so effective communication skills at all levels are essential for the position, and you will be comfortable in working both autonomously and as part of a team dedicated to delivering projects within budgetary and timescale constraints. Additionally, you will follow projects through from design, development and commissioning stages on machine control and safety systems and will be responsible for the creation of associated electrical documentation including circuit diagrams, cable schedules, installation documents BOM's. and bills of materials. You will also ensure that machine electrical systems and safety systems comply with all relevant European and international safety standards and for the correct selection and procurement of all necessary components. To be considered for this varied and challenging Controls Engineer role it is envisaged that the successful candidate will demonstrate at least 5 years' experience of software design and PLC coding with particular experience of working with Omron, Siemens and Allen Bradley equipment proving distinctly advantageous. You will essentially possess comprehensive skills and experience of electrical design for machine automation using ePlan, along with knowledge and understanding of the various national and international electrical standards for machine design and machine safety systems and requirements to CE mark machine systems. Realistically you will be qualified to degree level or equivalent in electrical / electronic engineering or a closely related control system discipline with a flexible approach to travel to customer sites across the UK if required. In return, an excellent benefits package and genuine scope to progress your career into a management position supervising a team of control software and service engineers is available for the right candidate - so if you believe you possess the relevant skills and experience for this position, contact the Controls Team at Premier Technical Recruitment on or email your cv in confidence to

Engineering Project Manager - Automation to £60k plus benefits East Midlands - commutable from Nottingham, Leicester and Coventry Our client can demonstrate almost half a century's expertise in the design, development and manufacture of bespoke automation and robotic systems, and are regarded by many in the industry as one of the leading automation system solution providers in the whole of the UK. As a result of continued success and a planned programme of strategic growth, they are now seeking to recruit an experienced Engineering Project Manager to oversee the activities of a highly professional solutions division and lead the delivery of a range of exciting special purpose machinery-based projects ranging from £200k to £2m each. Based near Leicester and tasked with ensuring the successful completion of multiple assigned projects both on time and within budget, as Engineering Project Manager you will manage the scope of all projects and control any deviations as necessary, communicating effectively at every stage of the project with the customer and operating as the technical lead for projects to ensure a consistent high standard of machine design through to project delivery. You will be responsible for the accurate planning of resources to ensure that projects can be completed successfully and will create quotes for and agree upgrades outside of the scope of projects as required, managing the resolution of any issues that may arise at various stages and planning appropriate aftersales support as well as ensuring safe working practices are adhered to and relevant documentation and CE certification are presented to the customer at the handover of each project. Other responsibilities for this varied and challenging role will include maintaining and updating specifications as necessary, defining and controlling budgets, completing project plans and attaining design approval with full customer agreement, planning and leading internal design reviews to ensure the highest standards of machine design, actively developing and driving product development and standardisation programs across the portfolio of solutions and successfully completing IAT, FAT and SAT on every project machine. You will approve and handover mechanical and controls BOMs to the purchasing teams and agree dates whilst identifying potential cost savings for manufactured and bought-out items and ensure that customer information and component requirements are clear and arrive on time before arranging the delivery and installation of projects as required. To be considered for this business-critical Engineering Project Manager position it is essential that the successful candidate can demonstrate proven project management skills, and ideally a background that has allowed considerable exposure to PLC control software and multi axis Robotic systems within any manufacturing environment. An excellent benefits package and genuine scope to progress your career into a management position supervising a team of control software and service engineers is available for the right candidate - so if you believe you possess the relevant skills and experience for this position, in the first instance send your cv to

Electrical Design Engineer Leicester to c£45k neg dep exp + benefits Our client has been established for more than a century and are recognised as global market leaders in the design and manufacture of niche electrical solutions, and as a result of continued success and an ongoing programme of strategic growth, are now seeking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Electrical Design Engineer to complement their skilled and professional team. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the successful Electrical Design Engineer candidate will support the engineering team in their industrial product range, contributing to the design of electrical equipment for industrial applications and implementing electrical best practices, adhering to industry standards, and collaborating with the design team to create innovative solutions, so it is essential that you will demonstrate hands-on design experience and a solid grasp of both electrical and mechanical engineering principles. Core duties for this varied and challenging Leicester based Electrical Design Engineer role will include (but not be limited to): Reviewing design requirements and producing design calculations and associated production documentation as well as design calculations and corresponding paperwork to manufacture designs. Approving drawings, BOM's and other design information issued for manufacture, and participating in R&D and product testing as required. Selecting electrical components for use in control systems Creating 3D models (primarily sheet metal parts) and assemblies, issuing designs for manufacture through engineering drawings and supplementary documentation. Carry out detailed electrical design work including design verification testing as required, and both reviewing and approving design information from other team members whilst ensuring adherence to relevant quality systems (primarily ISO 9001), including using Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs) to document changes. Conducting technical investigations, perform RCA and initiating corrective actions as required, and providing technical support to Production, Sales, Service, and Customer Support departments as required. Delivering projects on schedule and within budget whilst managing your complex workload efficiently, and ensuring compliance with applicable design, regulatory, and industry standards, and identifying and applying new industry-wide processes within the business where beneficial. To be considered for this exceptional Electrical Design Engineer opportunity within a market leading global manufacturing and supply environment, it is envisaged the successful candidate will demonstrate at least 4 years' experience in an electrical design position and realistically be qualified to HND level or above (or QBE) in an electrical engineering discipline. You will be familiar with CE marking processes and DFMEA and possess proven experience in designing electrical equipment and/or machinery along with comprehensive skills and experience in the use of Autodesk Inventor and Autocad . With solid experience in the use of the MS Suite of packages and exceptional communication skills at all levels, working knowledge of mechanical engineering practices (ie materials, FEA, fixings, fabrication etc) and of designing MV assemblies and utilising HV test techniques will prove distinctly advantageous. Contact the Electrical Team at Premier Technical Recruitment on or email your cv in confidence to