Job Title: Lead Electrical Engineer
Description:
We are hiring for our client in Dungannon who wish to appoint a Lead Electrical Engineer. This is a pivotal leadership role, managing a small team of 3-4 Electrical Engineers, focused on designing mainly static 3 phase installations and leading critical projects.
The ideal Lead Electrical Engineer will bring:
1. Strong experience in designing/specifying 3 phase control panels (essential)
2. Proven ability to lead or mentor a team of electrical engineers
3. Project management experience, delivering on time and within budget
4. Ideally, past exposure to the water waste recycling industry
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious engineer to step into a leadership role with global scope, working on new product development, R&D, and continuous improvement projects.
Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:
1. Attractive salary & benefits package
2. Based in Dungannon with some travel neccessary
3. Key leadership role within a global engineering organisation
The Role:
* Manage and provide direction to a team of 3-4 electrical engineers
* Lead design activity for static 3 phase installations and associated control panels
* Oversee new product development projects and ensure delivery against key objectives
* Provide technical expertise on PLC/HMI software (IFM & Allen Bradley) and electrical control systems
* Ensure compliance with safety standards and legislation, supporting "Zero Harm" culture
* Contribute to cost reduction and product reliability improvements
* Liaise with global engineering teams and cross-functional stakeholders
* Occasionally support equipment commissioning, installation and testing
The Person:
* Degree educated in an Engineering or Science discipline
* Essential: hands-on experience in designing/specifying 3 phase control panels
* Strong leadership skills, ideally with experience leading a small engineering team
* 3+ years' experience in project management with on-time delivery track record
* Familiarity with water waste recycling projects (desirable)
* Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, automation, CAN bus/Modbus networks
* Heavy equipment industry experience preferred
* Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills; independent and self-motivated
The Reward:
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Leadership position in a respected global organisation
* Scope to work on high-value projects and new technologies
* Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional growth
Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage?
For further information, and to apply for this Lead Electrical Engineer role, please contact Dominic Heron on 07458 160121 or email. At Hunter Savage, we are a specialist recruitment consultancy. We bring deep sector knowledge, long-term relationships, and access to high-quality opportunities in Engineering & Manufacturing across NI & ROI.
Salary is usually negotiable, details listed are a guide only. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent on the calibre of response.