Development Electrical Engineer

Posted 11 April by Pertemps Leeds Commercial
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Leeds , West Yorkshire
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Posted by Pertemps Leeds Commercial
Development Electrical Engineer
Salary: £39,000 – £53,000
Location: Leeds

  • Have you got vast Electrical experience?
  • Are you looking for your next long-term progressive career move?
  • Are you a looking to join a sustainable brand?
  • Are you wanting to be part of an award-winning family run business?

If you answered yes, then we want to hear from you.

The Opportunity
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Development Electrical Engineer to be part of a well-established team based in Leeds. As a leader in their field, our client take pride in their heritage and products whilst maintaining to achieve to be the most sustainable industry. This opportunity would be a fantastic time to join our client and be part of their growth and development. This role is key to ensure that the functionality of the needs of the business can continue to develop.

The Role
We are seeking a skilled Development Electrical Engineer with a strong background in the electrical building of machines, including comprehensive wiring, control panel assembly, PLC setup, and programming. The role will consist of building, developing and commissioning production machinery to ensure that the business can maintain production.
Main Duties
  • Electrical building of machines including all wiring, control panels, PLC set-up and programming
  • Commissioning of production machines – both internal and external, including occasionally overseas
  • Working with, modifying, and installing machine automation (Allen Bradley, Schneider, Keyence etc.)
  • Developing and improving existing machinery
  • Fault diagnosing and finding solutions to a wide range of electrical problems
  • Specifying and sourcing of electrical components required for builds
  • Working closely with the design and mechanical teams, sharing ideas and concepts
  • Support production/maintenance engineers when required
  • Develop engineering improvements and systems in line with the company’s objectives

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical expertise (Ideally 5 years+), creative problem-solving skills, and a collaborative spirit. A commitment to excellence, continuous improvement, and a proactive approach to challenges are essential for success in this role. Furthermore we are looking for someone who displays:
  • Good communication skills
  • Able to work under pressure
  • Problem solving and diagnostics
  • Experience building/fixing/running production machinery
  • Competent at reading electrical schematic drawings

If the above is of interest to you then click to apply! Or, if you would like more information, then pick up the phone, call Pertemps (Leeds) and ask for Callum Burchell

Required skills

  • Electrical, Engineer, Allen Bradley, Schneider, Keyence

Reference: 52458614

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