Electrical Design & Controls Engineer

Electrical Design & Controls Engineer

Industrial Vision & Metrology Systems Ltd, brings together two pioneering companies, Industrial Vision Systems (IVS) and The Sempre Group (Sempre), into one powerful Smart Manufacturing company. Together, we are redefining how the world's leading manufacturers design, measure, inspect, and optimise their production processes. IVS, a global leader in machine vision systems, inspection technologies, and AI-powered solutions. With hundreds of systems installed worldwide. IVS earned a reputation for precision, innovation, and trust, driving factory automation across sectors from medical devices to advanced electronics. Sempre, a measurement and metrology specialist supporting industries including aerospace, automotive, energy, and precision engineering. Through expert consultancy, advanced equipment, and digitalisation services. Sempre helps manufacturers increase productivity, improve efficiency, and embrace automation across quality and production processes. Now, as part of Oxford Metrics Plc, the newly formed Industrial Vision & Metrology Systems - IVS & Sempre together form a single division at the forefront of Smart Manufacturing. From cutting-edge vision inspection to world-class measurement and data-driven process control, we offer a complete ecosystem of solutions for blue-chip customers across the globe.

Are you ready to be part of a company transforming the future of technology? IVMS presents an extraordinary opportunity for individuals brimming with invention to join our ever-growing, dynamic organisation, which thrives in the high-technology sector. We are headquartered in the vibrant vicinity of Oxford, situated at the prestigious Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, where innovation is not just a word, but a way of life. At IVMS, you won't just be a part of history; you'll be shaping the future. Join us, and together, we'll continue to redefine what's possible in the world of vision technology. This is your chance to be part of a thrilling journey toward a more innovative, efficient, and exciting tomorrow. Apply today and become a key player in our ongoing success story.

IVMS is looking to recruit a keen and enthusiastic Electrical Design & Controls Engineer who can work effectively as part of an experienced engineering team. The core role will utilise AutoCAD Electrical to design panels and electrical schematics for small retro-fit camera systems through to large industrial automation machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specify control systems, safety and electrical components for industrial automation systems. • Create electrical schematics and designs within AutoCAD Electrical including layout diagrams, and terminal & wiring plans to EU Standards. • Create technical specifications, process flow diagrams and plan control system programming architecture. • Work with the Design and Applications engineers to provide drawings, specifications and deliver projects on time. • PLC and controls programming of industrial automation systems. • 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. • Integrate and Commission new systems in support of IVMS Engineers at customer sites within the UK and overseas. • Maintain, develop and support existing control systems at customer sites within the UK and overseas.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential: • Minimum of 3+ years of industry experience. • Minimum of 3+ years of experience using AutoCAD Electrical or similar package. • Experience and knowledge of designing and creating electrical panel layouts within electrical CAD software. • Machinery safety training and/or experience • Sound understanding of electrical control gear, industrial automation and implementation of communication protocols (Profinet/Profibus, EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, serial, OPC, IO-link, etc.) • A logical approach to problem-solving. • Well organised, ability to work to deadlines and high attention to detail. • Excellent interpersonal skills – both written and verbal. • Ability and willingness to work as part of a team.

Desirable: • Educated to degree level preferably in Electrical Engineering or related fields (2.1 or above). • Knowledge of robotics. • Clean and full UK driving licence.

Benefits

· Company Pension · 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays · Life Cover · Private Medical with Optical / Dental Insurance · Cycle to work scheme · Free On-site Parking

You'll be joining a dynamic, high-growth organisation with innovation at its core. Based across our sites at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus near Oxford and Barnwood in Gloucester, you will be in the heart of a thriving technology hub where collaboration, creativity, and breakthroughs happen every day. Whether your passion lies in machine vision, automation, measurement, advanced manufacturing, or artificial intelligence, here you'll find the opportunity to shape the factories of the future. Be part of a team where your ideas can transform industries. Together, we're not just keeping pace with technological change—we're driving it. Join us and build a smarter, more innovative tomorrow.

About Industrial Vision & Metrology Systems Ltd

Industrial Vision & Metrology Systems Ltd, brings together two pioneering companies, Industrial Vision Systems (IVS) and The Sempre Group (Sempre), into one powerful Smart Manufacturing company. Together, we are redefining how the world's leading manufacturers design, measure, inspect, and optimise their production processes. IVS, a global leader in machine vision systems, inspection technologies, and AI-powered solutions. With hundreds of systems installed worldwide. IVS earned a reputation for precision, innovation, and trust, driving factory automation across sectors from medical devices to advanced electronics. Sempre, a measurement and metrology specialist supporting industries including aerospace, automotive, energy, and precision engineering. Through expert consultancy, advanced equipment, and digitalisation services. Sempre helps manufacturers increase productivity, improve efficiency, and embrace automation across quality and production processes. Now, as part of Oxford Metrics Plc, the newly formed Industrial Vision & Metrology Systems - IVS & Sempre together form a single division at the forefront of Smart Manufacturing. From cutting-edge vision inspection to world-class measurement and data-driven process control, we offer a complete ecosystem of solutions for blue-chip customers across the globe.

Our Hiring Process

Stage 2: First stage interview - Zoom/Teams Stage 3: Face-to-face Interview Stage 4: Offer Accepted! Stage 1: Applied

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