We’re looking for a Controls & Design Engineer to join a forward-thinking engineering team, working across CAD design, control systems, PLCs, product development, testing and continuous improvement.
We’re open to recent Engineering graduates with a year-in-industry placement as well as more experienced engineers. If you’re technically curious, detail-focused and have a can-do attitude, we’d love to hear from you!
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.
• Design and produce detailed engineering drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for projects.
• Support new product development, including testing, validation and implementation.
• Complete engineering administration, including part number creation and technical documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement of existing products, processes and designs.
• Produce clear and accurate technical documentation, including manuals, work instructions and guides.
• Provide technical and application support to customers and internal teams.
• Research, develop and test control systems, including PLC and electrical control applications.
• BSc/BEng in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Product Design or a related discipline — preferred but not essential.
• Practical experience using CAD software, ideally SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of electrical and diesel control systems, with PLC, Codesys and scripting experience desirable.
• 1+ years’ experience in a design office, including a university placement/year in industry or commercial experience.
• A proactive, can-do attitude with the flexibility to support colleagues and work as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Full UK driving license and valid passport required as this role may require travel both UK wide and internationally to visit customers and attend exhibitions.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
Please contact our specialist recruiter

Recruitment Consultant
Hannah joined Busy Bee in 2021 and quickly earned her Certificate in Recruitment Resourcing. Since then, she has progressed through the business, gaining experience across both temporary and permanent recruitment. Now a Recruitment Consultant within our Engineering, Manufacturing & Technical division, Hannah supports candidates in finding their next opportunity and helps clients secure the right talent for their teams. She is known for her kind, positive and approachable personality.
Email:
hannah@busybeerecruitment.co.uk
Telephone:
01353 883808