Job Description
Job Title: Lead Electrical Design & Control Systems Engineer
Location: Oxfordshire – 2 days on-site, 3 days remote
Industry: Industrial Automation
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
A fast-growing, sustainability-focused technology company is looking for a Lead Electrical Design & Control Systems Engineer to take ownership of the electrical and control systems across their range of innovative, in-house developed systems. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of environmentally impactful industrial solutions within a small, collaborative engineering team. Huge growth potential and the ideal opportunity for someone looking to take a step up into their first Lead position.
The Role
You’ll lead the design, development, and delivery of electrical and control systems used in complex electro-mechanical products that serve industrial customers across the UK and Europe. The systems are programmed using Schneider-based PLCs, and you’ll play a key role in both supporting live deployments and driving future design innovation.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as technical lead for electrical design and control systems development
* Design hardware for automated systems including cabinet layouts, safety, compliance calculations, and 2D drawings
* Develop and maintain PLC code and associated control systems (CODESYS, Ladder, FBD, ST)
* Collaborate with mechanical engineers to integrate control logic into system builds
* Troubleshoot and resolve on-site system issues as needed (UK and Europe travel required occasionally)
* Work with suppliers, contractors, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions
* Ensure adherence to relevant safety regulations and compliance standards
* Produce and maintain technical documentation, risk assessments, and validation plans
Your Profile
* Degree, HND or apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related discipline
* Strong experience in electrical hardware design for industrial machinery (Control panel and cabinet build)
* Proficient in PLC programming, specifically using CODESYS and Schneider Machine Expert
* Familiar with EU/UK machinery safety and electrical equipment regulations
* Excellent communicator with a hands-on, collaborative approach
* Able to interpret P&IDs and produce clear documentation and reports
* 2D Electrical Design experience - ideally Solidworks
What’s On Offer
* Competitive base salary
* Annual performance-based bonus
* Equity/Growth share options (post-qualifying period)
* Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
* 25 days holiday
* Flexible hybrid working environment
* Excellent professional development opportunities in a mission-driven team
This is a unique opportunity to join an agile, purpose-led engineering team working on real-world sustainability challenges through hardware innovation.