Electrical and Software Modernisation Engineer – Bristol – to £53,000

I am seeking an Electrical and Modernisation Engineer to work on-site for a well-known client based in the Bristol area.
The right Electrical and Modernisation Engineer will be a part of our service team, playing a crucial role in connecting legacy machinery with current technologies, offering support to both service and engineering departments, and assisting in the evolution of next-generation, high-efficiency packaging systems.

The benefits of this role are:

• Salary up to £53,000

• 4% pension contribution

• Overtime opportunities

• Holiday based on time worked

• Simplyhealth

• Yulife

• Bonus scheme

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver custom electrical and software solutions for an existing install base of the client’s packaging equipment, including older systems.

• Develop and implement electrical/software upgrades aimed at enhancing performance and extending machine lifespan.

• Collaborate closely with field service and engineering teams to diagnose and solve advanced technical challenges.

• Provide expert technical support to service personnel, aiding in system analysis, diagnostics, and engineering guidance.

• Travel to customer sites both domestically and internationally to support installation and commissioning of modernisation solutions.

• Support integration of updated control systems into older machines, ensuring functionality and performance standards are met.

• Maintain awareness of cost objectives during design, procurement, and assembly processes.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or comparable qualification.

• Demonstrable experience in Electrical and Software Engineering—ideally within the packaging sector.

• Strong negotiation and interpersonal communication skills.

• Solid problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Clear and methodical reporting style.

• Experience with Rockwell, Beckhoff, and Zenon programming environments.

• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN for design purposes.

• Knowledge of CE marking, NEC (NFPA 70/79), CSA, and UL compliance standards.

• Demonstrates leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement.

This is an urgent role with a fantastic client—apply today to avoid missing out!