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Lead Electrical and Controls Engineer
Job Posted: 9 hours ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, South East
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Lead Electrical and Controls Engineer
An innovative and growing engineering firm based in High Wycombe is seeking an experienced Electrical and Controls Engineer to lead its in-house technical team. The company designs and delivers advanced, high-performance engineering systems to a global customer base, offering a dynamic mix of R&D and project delivery.
If you’re a hands-on leader with a strong background in electrical and software systems, and you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment — this role offers genuine impact and long-term progression.
Key Responsibilities of the Lead Electrical and Controls Engineer:
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team across electrical and software functions
Oversee the design, development, and testing of bespoke engineering systems — from concept to commissioning
Collaborate with mechanical engineers, production teams, and project managers to ensure seamless technical integration
Manage resource allocation, performance, and project timelines to deliver consistent, high-quality output
Implement and maintain best practices in engineering standards, compliance, and documentation
Drive process improvement and technical innovation across the department
Report to senior stakeholders and contribute to technical strategy and delivery frameworks
About You as the Lead Electrical and Controls Engineer:
Proven experience in a senior engineering or team leadership role, managing electrical and/or software engineering teams
Strong technical grounding in control systems, automation, or integrated engineering environments
Comfortable leading projects from early-stage design through to final handover
Excellent leadership, mentoring, and team performance management capabilities
Strong communicator with effective cross-functional collaboration skills
Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience
Why Join?
Join a close-knit, forward-thinking engineering company delivering complex systems to customers worldwide. You'll have the chance to:
Work on diverse, technically challenging projects
Be part of a collaborative, problem-solving culture
Play a key role in a business that is scaling steadily and values leadership at every level
Benefits
Annual and project-based bonus schemes
6% employer pension contribution
Flexitime and up to 30 days holiday
Cycle to Work scheme
Electric car charging points
Wellness programme
Paid overtime at time and a half
Free pension advice
Ready to Lead?
Want to take ownership of engineering delivery in a company where your leadership truly matters?
Apply now to explore this rare opportunity in advanced engineering systemsBefore You Apply
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