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Posted 02 August, 2026

Automation Systems Design Engineer (Electrical)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Didcot, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Automation Systems Design Engineer (Electrical)Didcot£50,000 - £60,000 + Specialist Training + Progression + Bespoke Projects + Life Cover + Private Medical + Flexi Time + Company BonusAre you an Electrical Design Engineer with an automation background looking to become the go-to technical expert within a global leader, working on bespoke machinery projects while receiving specialist Vision Systems training and clear progression to Senior Engineer?This is a chance to join a company that design, build and integrate bespoke automated machinery and vision systems for some of the biggest conglomerates such as Jaguar and Pepsico. Recently merging companies, this is a fantastic opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer to be their go-to with real progression to Senior levels.In this role you will work on roughly 7 projects a year. This will start with laying out the system architecture for automated machinery following the designs from the Visions team before using AutoCAD electrical to draw and design your electrical schematics. You will be responsible for seeing the project all the way through from submitting quotations for designs to supporting operatives actually building your design.This role would suit an Electrical Design Engineer looking to join a company where no two 2 days will be the same offering a wide range of projects and real progression being the go-to Design Engineer.The Role:Designing bespoke automated machinery for manufacturesUsing Siemens and Alan Bradley PLC's and creating Electrical Designs on AutoCAD ElectricalKeeping schematics drawings up to date throughout the projectsSupport control engineers and operatives in the build and diagnosis of machineryMonday -Friday (9am-5pm, flexitime) and potential hybrid working after probationThe Person:Electrical Design Engineer with Automation experienceExperience with designing bespoke machineryWilling to commute to office in DidcotDesign, Electrical, Automation, PLC, Schematics, CAD, AutoCAD, Engineer, Didcot, Swindon, Oxford, Reading, Bespoke, Training, Progression, ControlsReference number: BBBH26432If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.TPBN1_UKTJ