At a Glance
- Tasks: Support innovative electrical and lighting projects from start to finish.
- Company: Join a respected UK lighting manufacturer with over 100 years of heritage.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, pension scheme, free parking, and enhanced holiday entitlement.
- Other info: Long-term career prospects within a global organisation focused on sustainability.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Ideal for engineering graduates or junior engineers eager to learn and grow.
The predicted salary is between 28350 - 34650 £ per year.
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 DOE
Location: Milton Keynes (Office Based)
Benefits:
- Pension Scheme
- Free On-Site Parking
- Electric Vehicle Charging
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Enhanced Holiday Entitlement
The Opportunity:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Electrical Project Engineer to join a highly respected UK lighting manufacturer with a heritage spanning more than 100 years. As part of a global organisation leading the way in intelligent lighting and smart building technologies, you will support the delivery of innovative projects across infrastructure, transport, public realm, commercial and industrial sectors. This role is ideal for an ambitious engineering graduate or junior engineer looking to develop their technical and project management skills within a growing and forward-thinking business. Working alongside experienced engineers and project teams, you will gain exposure to cutting-edge lighting controls, electrical systems and connected technologies while building a long-term career within engineering and project delivery.
About the Company:
Our client is an established manufacturer of professional lighting systems, supplying high-performance solutions into some of the UK's most demanding environments, including highways, rail networks, commercial developments, public spaces and industrial facilities. Part of a global technology group, the business is investing heavily in smart lighting, sustainability and connected infrastructure solutions. Their products help customers reduce energy consumption, improve asset management and support environmental objectives through advanced control and monitoring technologies. Built on a reputation for engineering excellence, innovation and customer service, the company is a trusted partner to contractors, consultants, local authorities and major infrastructure providers throughout the UK.
The Role:
As a Junior Electrical Project Engineer, you will support the successful delivery of lighting and controls projects from initial enquiry through to completion. Working closely with Engineering, Product Development, Sales and Operations teams, you will assist with project coordination, technical documentation, product testing and customer support activities. You will gain hands-on experience with intelligent lighting systems, electrical infrastructure and emerging smart technology solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the planning and delivery of electrical and lighting projects.
- Assist with project documentation, technical specifications and project schedules.
- Liaise with customers, contractors and internal departments to ensure projects are delivered successfully.
- Support product testing, validation and technical evaluations.
- Help investigate and resolve technical issues during project delivery.
- Produce technical reports, installation guides and project documentation.
- Monitor project progress and support engineers with achieving key milestones.
What We're Looking For:
Essential:
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Applications are welcomed from Graduate Electrical Engineers, Junior Electrical Engineers, Electrical Design Engineers, Electrical Project Coordinators, Controls Engineers, Building Services Engineers or Engineering Apprentices looking to progress into a project-focused engineering career.
What's In It For You?
- Salary of £28,000 - £35,000 dependent on experience.
- Structured training and development programme.
- Opportunity to work on innovative electrical and smart technology projects.
- Exposure to intelligent lighting and connected infrastructure technologies.
- Support from experienced engineers and industry experts.
- Long-term career prospects within a global organisation.
- Pension Scheme.
- Free On-Site Parking.
- Electric Vehicle Charging Facilities.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement.
ATA Recruitment are working exclusively with this client and will be conducting an initial shortlist immediately. The recruitment process will begin with an informal telephone interview with ATA Recruitment. Successful candidates will then be presented to our client with our recommendation for further consideration. If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply today. One of our Recruitment Consultants will be in touch to discuss the role and company in more detail.
Contact: Bav Patel Recruitment Consultant
Junior Electrical Project Engineer in Wavendon employer: ATA Recruitment
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