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Senior Electrical Engineer

Owen Daniels
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Warrington, Cheshire WA3 7EQ

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Senior Electrical Engineer position is ideal for experienced professionals in the design and instrumentation of process plants.
  • Candidates should possess a HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and have at least 5 years of relevant industry experience.
  • The role requires strong skills in control panel design, hazardous area compliance, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
  • The salary is competitive and based on experience, with additional benefits including professional development opportunities and a supportive team environment.
  • This position also involves responsibilities such as developing specifications, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Senior Electrical EngineerAre you an experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a dynamic role in the design and instrumentation of process plants? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise drives project success from concept to handover?Our client, a leader in engineering solutions for the food, beverage, personal care, and homecare industries, is seeking a Senior Electrical (EC&I) Engineer to join their team in Warrington. If you’re passionate about electrical control systems, instrumentation, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!Senior Electrical EngineerRequirements:
  • HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with relevant industry experience.
  • 5+ years in electrical process system design, review, and engineering.
  • Strong experience in control panel design, testing, and hazardous area compliance (ATEX).
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD & Microsoft Office.
  • Expertise in control systems (Siemens/Rockwell) and industrial networks (Profibus, Profinet, AS-i, Ethernet).
  • Hands-on experience with instrumentation (flow, level, pressure, temperature, weight systems) and suppliers like Endress & Hauser, IFM, Siemens, and Mettler Toledo.
  • Ability to generate electrical drawings, schedules, and project documentation.
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
  • UK Driving Licence (site visits required).
Senior Electrical EngineerSalary and Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Professional development opportunities in a growing industry.
  • Supportive team environment with a focus on innovation.
  • Travel opportunities for site surveys and commissioning.
Senior Electrical EngineerResponsibilities:
  • Develop electrical & instrumentation specifications for process plants.
  • Collaborate with process engineers and suppliers to define instrumentation requirements.
  • Support sales with proposal preparation and cost estimation.
  • Oversee control panel manufacturing, testing, and approval.
  • Design electrical loop diagrams, cable routes, and layouts.
  • Configure and commission instruments, VSDs, and control networks.
  • Assist with site power-up, I/O testing, and commissioning.
  • Ensure compliance with hazardous area regulations (ATEX).
  • Manage project documentation and handover to clients.
If you’re a proactive and technically skilled Electrical Engineer ready to take on a senior role in a forward-thinking company, apply now!Know someone who’d be a great fit? We offer generous referral fees for successful placements!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.