Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

Location:

On‑site in Accrington

Our client is a leading engineering organisation delivering advanced, custom‑built machinery across multiple industries. They are looking for a Systems Engineer to design, integrate and optimise complex electromechanical systems, working across mechanical, electrical, control and software disciplines.

• Work across the full engineering lifecycle on diverse, technically challenging projects.
• Influence the design of advanced, custom machinery.
• Join a collaborative, innovation‑driven engineering environment.
• Enjoy a 4‑day working week.

• Develop system architectures and translate customer requirements into technical designs.
• Define subsystem interfaces and support full mechanical‑electrical‑software integration.
• Lead system analysis, feasibility work, risk assessments and design reviews.
• Produce and maintain FDS documents, control philosophies and test plans.
• Support machine build, FAT/SAT, commissioning and customer interactions.
• Diagnose system‑level issues and drive engineering improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and support documentation for manuals.

• Experience with complex electromechanical systems or bespoke machinery.
• Strong understanding of automation, PLCs, sensors, motion control and industrial networks.
• Ability to interpret drawings, schematics and system documentation.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical and cross‑functional communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety standards (CE/Machinery Directive/EN ISO 13849) is a plus.
• Familiarity with Siemens PLCs and CAD/CAE tools is beneficial.

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If you’re a Systems Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, working across multidisciplinary teams and helping deliver high‑performance bespoke machinery, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact. If you’re ready to contribute your expertise to a forward‑thinking engineering organisation and grow within a truly collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you

Job Title:

Company:

Manpower

Location:

Blackpool, Lancashire

Competitive

Posted:

Feb 18th 2026

Closes:

Mar 21st 2026

Sector:

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time