Electrical Engineering ManagerIndustrial Engineering / Petrochemical / Oil and Gas Location Working Pattern SalaryChichester, West Sussex Primarily site-based (flexibility available) £50,000-£70,000 + car/allowance + great benefitsAbout the CompanyA specialist engineering organisation supporting major industrial and energy-sector clients across the UK and internationally. The business designs and delivers complex engineered systems used in hazardous environments and is undergoing a period of growth and transformation, strengthening its leadership structure to support future projects and long-term capability.Why This Role?Opportunity to shape and lead the future of an electrical engineering function during a key transitionHigh level of ownership and visibility within a collaborative engineering environmentChance to influence processes, team development, and technical standardsWork closely with senior stakeholders across engineering, projects, and commercial teamsStrong relationships with customers by building long-term relationships through proactive engagementThe Role - What You'll Be DoingLead and support a EC&I team covering electrical design, instrumentation, and commissioning activitiesTake ownership of electrical aspects across projects from concept through to FAT and deliveryReview and approve technical documentation including drawings, specifications, and design outputsSupport project delivery by working closely with mechanical, commercial, and project teamsSpecify and select electrical and instrumentation components for complex industrial systemsContribute to process improvements and help build structure within the engineering functionProvide technical input into tenders and customer-facing activitiesThis is a hands-on leadership role where you'll oversee technical delivery while helping shape the direction of the department as it evolves.The Person - What We're Looking ForStrong EC&I background within heavy industry, petrochemical, oil & gas, or similar environmentsExperience in electrical design, instrumentation, and control systems (PLC/SCADA awareness beneficial)Knowledge of hazardous area environments (ATEX/COMPEX exposure highly desirable)Able to lead, mentor, and support a small technical teamComfortable collaborating across departments and engaging with customersPractical, solutions-focused mindset with the confidence to challenge and be challengedHNC (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, or substantial relevant industry experienceAble to travel to customers' sites as and when requiredWhat You'll GetCorporate benefitsCar allowance or company carPension and additional company benefitsFlexible start/finish times and some working flexibilityOpportunity to play a key role in a growing engineering teamTo apply for this career-defining role please do forward your CV.