Average Designer salary in Didcot

£50,000 £60,000 + benefitsOxfordshire hybrid with UK & occasional overseas travelWork at the cutting edge of automation and control, designing systems that drive smarter, faster, and more reliable manufacturing.You'll be part of an experienced engineering team developing full life-cycle control systems for bespoke automation and vision-based machinery from concept through design, programming, commissioning, and support.What you'll do:Design and specify complete control systems, panels, and electrical layouts.Program PLCs and HMIs (Siemens / Allen Bradley) for industrial automation systems.Produce wiring diagrams, terminal plans, and layouts in AutoCAD Electrical.Create specifications, process flow diagrams, and control architectures.Commission and integrate systems across UK and international sites.Support electrical fitting, testing, and problem-solving during build and installation.Maintain and upgrade existing control systems.What you'll need:3+ years of experience in PLC and HMI programming (Siemens or Allen Bradley).Strong background in industrial automation, safety circuits, and electrical control gear.Experience designing panels and schematics in AutoCAD Electrical (or similar).Understanding of communication protocols (Profinet, Profibus, EtherNet/IP, etc).Logical thinker with strong organisational and communication skills.Desirable:Degree in Electrical or Control Engineering.Knowledge of robotics or machine vision systems.Full UK driving licence.What's on offer:Competitive salary and benefits.Opportunities to work on cutting-edge automation projects.Long-term progression and professional development.About Us:At Thomas Lee Recruitment, we specialise in connecting engineers and technical salespeople with leading companies in the engineering sector. We pride ourselves on offering a personalised, professional, and transparent recruitment service. Our focus is on understanding both client and candidate needs to ensure the best possible match.How to Apply:All applications will be responded to. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying. By applying for this role, you accept our Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers, which can be found on our website.

Since their inception in 2000, our client has led the change in revolutionising the world of inspection machines and artificial intelligence vision system products. Operating from the UK, they have expanded their reach to serve customers across the globe, earning a well-deserved reputation for innovation, unmatched quality, and precision in the realm of machine vision systems for inspection, guidance and identification. They are now looking for an experienced Senior Controls & Electrical Design Engineer who can work effectively as part of an experienced engineering team. The role will utilise AutoCAD Electrical to design panels and electrical schematics for small retrofit camera systems through to large industrial automation machinery.Please note this role is fully on-site, so suitable applicants must be willing to commute to Harwell, Didcot, Monday to Friday.Main Duties & Responsibilities:Full life cycle PLC and controls programming of industrial automation systems.Design and specify control systems, safety and electrical components for industrial automation systems.Create technical specifications, process flow diagrams and plan control system programming architecture.Integrate and commission new systems in support of Engineers at customer sites within the UK and overseas.Create electrical schematics and designs within AutoCAD Electrical, including layout diagrams, and terminal & wiring plans to EU Standards.Work with the Design and Applications Engineering engineers to provide drawings, specifications, and deliver projects on time.Co-ordinate suppliers as part of overall project control.Help as required for the electrical fitting, wiring of panels and assembly of machine builds.Carry out electrical testing procedures on new machine builds.Supporting electrical problem-solving during the manufacturing build process.Maintain, develop and support existing control systems at customer sites within the UK and overseas.Previous Experience/Qualifications:Minimum of 3+ years of industry experience in PLC/HMI programming.Experience in planning, developing, programming and testing control systems with PLC automation software on projects from start to finish, using Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs, HMIs and control gear.Machinery safety training and/or experienceSound understanding of electrical control gear, industrial automation and implementation of communication protocols (Profinet/Profibus, EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, serial, OPC, IO-link, etc.)Minimum of 3+ years of experience using AutoCAD Electrical or a similar package.Experience and knowledge of designing and creating electrical panel layouts within electrical CAD software.Educated to degree level, preferably in Electrical Engineering or related fields (2.1 or above).Knowledge of robotics. (Desirable)Additional Information:Please note this is a full-time, permanent role working fully on-site, Monday to Friday25 days Annual Leave + Bank HolidaysCompany Health Insurance

A new role for a highly technical Senior Systems Engineer has been created by a rapidly expanding scientific instrumentation innovator in Oxfordshire (OX14), providing cutting edge solutions to the most high tech industries. Joining a growing team, the Senior Systems Engineer will play a key role that shapes and directs system functionality across the product portfolio, overseeing the technical elements of the system function and driving critical design and project decisions. This position would suit an accomplished System Architect or Senior Engineer who thrives on detailed functionality definition, technical specification development. Senior Systems Engineer Key Responsibilities: Take ownership of technical aspects of the system function, including mechanical and electrical layout, Bill-of-Materials, and safety considerations.Collaborate with the broader product team to identify optimal design solutions.Develop and maintain the system function section of design documentation, including work breakdown structures for other engineering disciplines.Proactively identify technical risks and integrate mitigations into design and project planning. Senior Systems Engineer Key Requirements: Systems Engineering experience in cutting-edge instrumentation, measurement, or advanced process toolsFamiliarity with engineering change and manufacturing cycles/processes, including PLMKnowledge of project management methodologies and technical documentation practicesExperience with complex instruments incorporating multiple disciplines such as mechanics, electronics, motion systems or optics.Background in environmental control systems including vibration and temperature management. There is a good salary on offer in addition to benefits including private health cover and a generous share scheme. Bond Williams Professional Recruitment are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency