Electrical & Controls Project Engineer

Electrical & Controls Project Engineer I Onsite I Cambridgeshire I £Comp

Our client, a leader in the manufacture of advanced composite materials, is seeking an experienced Electrical & Controls Project Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering electrical and controls engineering projects that improve safety, reliability, and production performance. Working within a collaborative engineering team, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives, support manufacturing operations, and contribute to the development of innovative engineering solutions.

The Role

As an Electrical & Controls Project Engineer, you will support maintenance, project, and process engineering activities while leading projects from concept through to successful implementation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver electrical and control system improvements that enhance operational efficiency and minimise production downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical and controls engineering projects from concept through to implementation.

• Support maintenance, project, and process activities to improve safety and production efficiency.

• Develop electrical and control system specifications for manufacturing equipment.

• Create and maintain electrical, instrumentation, and control documentation.

• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

• Support equipment breakdowns and help restore production efficiently.

• Participate in the technical support call-out rota.

• Identify and implement control system improvements across the manufacturing site.

• Plan and manage project schedules while minimising disruption to production.

• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders and management.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.

• Experience in electrical controls and instrumentation engineering.

• Previous experience within a manufacturing or process environment.

• Knowledge of PLC systems, including Rockwell Logix 5000 & 500 and RSView.

• Understanding of safety systems, including SIL and Safety PLCs.

• Experience with industrial drives such as Allen Bradley and ABB.

• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills, including experience with 4–20mA instrumentation loops and controllers.

• Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies such as HAZOP and FMEA.

• Knowledge of ATEX requirements, commissioning processes, and machine safety standards.

• Competence in Microsoft Office and basic CAD software such as AutoCAD or EPlan.

Eligibility

• Due to the nature of this business, applicants must be eligible to comply with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements . Sponsorship is not available for this role and all candidate must have existing right to work in the UK on a permanent basis.

If you are an experienced Electrical & Controls Project Engineer looking to join an innovative manufacturing organisation where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this opportunity.