Electrical Project Engineer

Electrical Project Engineer Location: Midlands (80% local travel, with occasional nationwide travel) Salary: Open / Negotiable depending on experience Package: Company van, 25 days annual leave, career progression opportunities Tradefield is currently recruiting for an Electrical Project Engineer on behalf of a well-established client specialising in process industries, particularly within food manufacturing environments. With over 40 years of industry experience, this business offers a stable, supportive environment with strong technical backing and long-term career progression. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Project Engineer looking to take ownership of projects and progress toward senior leadership, with a clear pathway to Project Director level. Role & Responsibilities * Lead electrical projects from initial enquiry through to completion * Prepare and submit quotations for a range of electrical works * Manage full turnkey electrical project delivery * Coordinate labour, materials, and subcontractors * Liaise with clients, site teams, and internal departments * Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification * Oversee installation, commissioning, and handover processes * Maintain high standards of health & safety and compliance Key Requirements * Proven experience as an Electrical Project Engineer or similar role * Strong background in estimating and project delivery * Experience within process industries such as food manufacturing (highly desirable) * Additional experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, or automotive industries would be advantageous * Solid understanding of PLC controls (essential) * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously * Strong communication and client-facing skills What’s on Offer * Salary negotiable based on experience * Company van provided * 25 days annual leave * Full support from an experienced and established team * Long-term career progression, with potential to progress to Project Director * Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting projects If you are a driven Electrical Project Engineer looking for your next step within a growing and supportive business, we would be keen to hear from you