Electrical and Software Modernisation Engineer

Kliklok International Limited a Syntegon company • Bristol

Full-time

Hengrove Way 1, BS14 0AF Bristol

from today

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Together with 6,900 colleagues worldwide, we are the strategic partner for the pharmaceutical, biotech and food industries. With seamless processes, innovative technologies, and sustainable solutions, we help our customers achieve their goals. For example, we ensure that vaccines are safely filled and that tablets can fully release their active ingredients. Your favorite chocolate and snacks are also sustainably packaged with our help. Apply now and become part of our team

We at Kliklok, a Syntegon company based in Bristol, UK, have been a global leader in secondary packaging machinery for over 50 years, serving industries such as bakery, snack, cereal, frozen and refrigerated foods, and confectionery. We design, manufacture, and deliver innovative cartoners, sleevers, and handling equipment worldwide, supported by our trusted global partners and dedicated service.

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Your duties

Do you want to play a key role in modernizing and optimizing high-tech packaging machines? At Syntegon, we are looking for an experienced Senior Electrical & Software Engineer to support our customers worldwide with innovative and reliable solutions.

About the role

As a Senior Electrical & Software Modernisation Engineer, you will design and implement customized solutions for packaging machines, while supporting both internal teams and customers on-site. You combine deep technical expertise with practical insight and contribute to the modernization and optimal performance of our systems.

Your responsibilities

Design and implement electrical and software solutions, including modernization of existing systems.
Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide support to the field service team.
Prepare documentation for service, upgrades, and project-related activities.
Travel domestically and internationally for installation and commissioning.
Integrate new control systems into existing machinery.
Manage costs, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with CE and international standards.

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What we ask

We are seeking an experienced professional who is technically skilled, communicative, and confident working in an international environment. A valid passport and driving license are required, as well as the willingness to travel both domestically and internationally. In addition, you have:

HND or equivalent.
At least 7 years of experience in Electrical and Software Engineering, preferably in the packaging industry.
Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD Electrical/EPLAN, and programming with Rockwell and Beckhoff
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Experience in design for manufacture & assembly, cost management, and servo motion technology.

Your qualities

We are looking for someone who not only excels technically, but also brings structure and vision to projects and who is also:

Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Customer-focused with strong intercultural skills.
Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
Strong communicator and effective team player.
Strategic thinker with a focus on continuous improvement.

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What we offer;

At Syntegon, you’ll have the space to grow and make an impact. You’ll work in an international environment with an informal culture and plenty of opportunities to develop yourself.

We believe work should be both rewarding and enjoyable. You’ll be part of an open-minded, supportive team where collaboration, growth, and new ideas are encouraged. Alongside this, we offer a competitive package of benefits to help you thrive both at work and in your personal life:

Competitive salary with regular reviews
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays to recharge
Generous pension scheme with Aviva
Life assurance of 7 x annual salary for peace of mind
Simply Health medical cashback plan for everyday healthcare costs
Income protection after 2 years’ service
Cycle to Work and Tech schemes to make life easier
Wellbeing support through Everymind at Work
A friendly, social culture with regular activities and the chance to grow your career in a global company with a local spirit

How to apply

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Compelling Reasons to join us:

Your Attractive Compensation Package

Benefit from competitive salaries and attractive additional benefits.

Your Work-Life Balance

For a better balance between work and personal life, we support you with flexible working time models.

Your Development

We support your career with personalized training opportunities and promote your career development, for example, through our talent programs.

Your Contribution

Sustainability is part of our identity. We promote a dynamic culture of innovation where you can contribute your ideas and creativity.

Your International Environment

Immerse yourself in an intercultural work environment and work on exciting projects worldwide.

Your Health

We promote health and well-being with a variety of health offerings.

My Job. My Passion.

My passion is to make highly complex packaging systems work to the point.

My passion is to achieve the best result for the department both qualitatively and commercially.

My passion is to make highly complex machines work with just a few lines of code.

My passion is to develop a new machine concept from sketch to fully functional machine.

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Syntegon is a globally operating company that values diversity. We explicitly welcome an environment where all employees, regardless of gender, age, background, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or special needs, are equally valued.