Lead Electrical Engineer
CV-LibraryMilton Keynes, BuckinghamshirepermanentPosted: 27 July 2026
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Milton Keynes
Days
£65,000 + Overtime + Benefits
We are looking for a motivated Lead Electrical Engineer to join a market leading manufacturer in their respective field. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, you will be the lead electrical authority on site, taking ownership of all electrical compliance, standards and controls across the facility.
You will be supported by an experienced and welcoming engineering team, giving you the backing needed to succeed while leading electrical activities from the front. This role offers real responsibility, alongside ongoing training and development - with additional courses provided where required to strengthen your skillset.
This position will suit a strong electrical engineer who is ready to step into a leadership role within a secure and stable company.
Role Description
Acting as the site's Electrical Duty Holder, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements.
Leading troubleshooting and continuous improvement of electrical and control systems.
Overseeing PLC, HMI, AC drive and servo control systems, supporting fault-finding and improvements.
Providing technical guidance and mentoring engineers in electrical fault-finding and controls.
Managing technical documentation and supporting the standardisation of control components across the site.Skills and Qualifications
Time-served apprenticeship with HNC or equivalent.
Strong electrical knowledge, ideally with 18th Edition certification.
Experience within a manufacturing environment.
PLC programming and interrogation experience would be advantageous, but you do not need to be a PLC expert. Training can be provided where required.
A proactive, self-starting mindset with strong problem-solving skills.In return for your commitment, my client offers a stable and secure career for a technically motivated engineer, with clear responsibility, support around you, and ongoing development opportunities.
If you feel this is of interest, please send your CV directly to Thomas Barkes at or call for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed)
Milton Keynes
Days
£65,000 + Overtime + Benefits
We are looking for a motivated Lead Electrical Engineer to join a market leading manufacturer in their respective field. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, you will be the lead electrical authority on site, taking ownership of all electrical compliance, standards and controls across the facility.
You will be supported by an experienced and welcoming engineering team, giving you the backing needed to succeed while leading electrical activities from the front. This role offers real responsibility, alongside ongoing training and development - with additional courses provided where required to strengthen your skillset.
This position will suit a strong electrical engineer who is ready to step into a leadership role within a secure and stable company.
Role Description
Acting as the site's Electrical Duty Holder, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements.
Leading troubleshooting and continuous improvement of electrical and control systems.
Overseeing PLC, HMI, AC drive and servo control systems, supporting fault-finding and improvements.
Providing technical guidance and mentoring engineers in electrical fault-finding and controls.
Managing technical documentation and supporting the standardisation of control components across the site.Skills and Qualifications
Time-served apprenticeship with HNC or equivalent.
Strong electrical knowledge, ideally with 18th Edition certification.
Experience within a manufacturing environment.
PLC programming and interrogation experience would be advantageous, but you do not need to be a PLC expert. Training can be provided where required.
A proactive, self-starting mindset with strong problem-solving skills.In return for your commitment, my client offers a stable and secure career for a technically motivated engineer, with clear responsibility, support around you, and ongoing development opportunities.
If you feel this is of interest, please send your CV directly to Thomas Barkes at or call for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed)