At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage the Electrical Design and Commissioning team on exciting engineering projects.
- Company: Join a well-established engineering organisation with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive contract rate, hands-on leadership role, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Office-based role with occasional travel, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in electrical design while mentoring a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering and proven leadership experience.
Location: Chichester (4 days per week onsite)
Contract: 6 Months
Rate: Competitive (Outside IR35 status to be confirmed)
The Opportunity
We're supporting a well-established engineering organisation in the search for an experienced Electrical Engineering Lead to join their team on an initial 6-month contract. This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of the Electrical Design and Commissioning team while providing technical oversight across a range of engineering projects. The successful candidate will combine strong leadership skills with extensive electrical design expertise and be comfortable supporting projects through design, testing, factory acceptance, and commissioning. The position is primarily office-based, with 4 days per week onsite in Chichester, alongside occasional travel to customer sites to support project delivery, inspections, and commissioning activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage and support the Electrical Design and Commissioning team, providing technical guidance and day-to-day leadership.
- Oversee the electrical design and commissioning elements of multiple engineering projects.
- Review and approve electrical designs to ensure compliance with engineering standards, project specifications, and regulatory requirements.
- Support the development of project plans, technical documentation, and procurement activities.
- Review and specify appropriate electrical and instrumentation equipment for project delivery.
- Participate in and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), customer inspections, and commissioning activities.
- Provide technical input to project bids, tenders, and commercial proposals.
- Monitor project progress and communicate technical updates to project stakeholders.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, engineering best practice, and process development.
- Mentor and support the wider engineering team throughout project delivery.
Essential Skills & Experience
- HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience in an electrical design leadership or senior electrical engineering role.
- Strong background in electrical system design, instrumentation, and commissioning.
- Experience reviewing technical documentation including:
- Electrical schematics
- Wiring diagrams
- P&IDs
- Functional design specifications
- Control philosophies
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD (or similar electrical design software).
- Understanding of PLCs, control systems, variable speed drives (VSDs), and industrial electrical equipment.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities within a project environment.
Desirable Experience
- Experience within any of the following sectors would be beneficial:
- Industrial manufacturing
- Process engineering
- Energy or utilities
- Water or wastewater
- Chemical processing
- Oil & gas
- Renewables
- Infrastructure or other regulated engineering environments
- Knowledge of hazardous area standards (such as ATEX or IECEx) and relevant electrical safety regulations would be advantageous but is not essential.
Electrical Design Lead employer: Vantage Consulting
Vantage Consulting is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values hands-on leadership and innovation in the manufacturing sector. Located in Hinckley, employees benefit from a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth and development, alongside competitive compensation and unique opportunities to influence operational success. Join us to be part of a team that prioritises accountability and communication, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
