Electrical Project Engineer
Location: East Midlands
Industry: Industrial Installations – Food & Beverage Manufacturers, Distribution Centres & Warehouses
Annual Earnings: £50,000 – £70,000 P/A
Benefit Package: High Earning Role with £20k–£30k Overtime Potential, Brand-New Fully Expensed Company Van, State-of-the-Art Office, 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays, Progression Route to Project Manager, Laptop, iPad, Mobile Phone, 8% Pension, Annual Performance Reviews, Free Refreshments, Designated Parking, Air-Conditioned Office, Premium Accommodation & £20 Meal Allowance when working away.
The Business
Our client is a leading systems integrator within the electro-mechanical automation field, specialising in electrical installations across the Food & Beverages, Distribution, and Automotive industries.
Established for over 25 years and now an investment-backed business with a collaborative and welcoming atmosphere, they take pride in delivering high-quality electrical projects to some of the biggest industry names.
Their services include Control Panel Design & Manufacture, Switchgear, Electro-Mechanical Automation (production line machinery), Installations & Commissioning, PLC Wiring, Maintenance Contracts, and Testing & Inspection. Many of their customers have remained loyal partners for over 20 years — testament to the quality and reliability of their work.
With a strong focus on professional growth, employees benefit from funded training including Siemens TIA Portal Programming, EPLAN Pro Panel (3D) Design, and Prince2 Project Management qualifications, supporting clear progression paths into senior project roles.
The Role: Electrical Project Engineer
- Play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and success of electrical installation projects across the East Midlands for major Food, Beverage, and Distribution clients.
- Oversee full project lifecycles including site surveys, quoting, bill of materials, design coordination, installation, and client handover.
- Coordinate with the Project Manager, Design Team, Lead Electricians, and customers to ensure smooth communication and progress tracking.
- Ensure projects are delivered with an emphasis on efficiency, quality, and technical accuracy.
- Work across projects including MCC Installations, PLC Integration, Control Circuits, Safety Systems, Three-Phase Distribution Boards, Control Panels, Switchgear, Controls & Automation, Power & Lighting, and Conveyor Installations.
Entry Requirements
- Experience: Minimum 5–10 years as an Industrial Electrician, with at least 2 years as a Lead Electrician, Electrical Supervisor, or Electrical Chargehand.
- Qualifications: Approved Electrician with a recognised Apprenticeship, C&G 2391/2395 Test & Inspection, Level 3 in Electrical Installation, JIB/ECS Gold Card, AM2, and 18th Edition.
About Auxtronic
Auxtronic is a leading recruitment specialist that partners with blue-chip manufacturers and technical system integrators within the fields of engineering and automation. The industries we are most connected to include Food & Beverages, Distribution, Automotive, Pharmaceutical, Aggregates, and Robotics across the UK & Europe.
We welcome the opportunity to discuss exciting career prospects with both new and existing clients in the fields of electrical and mechanical engineering. Contact our team of specialists to discuss your next challenge.
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