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Senior Electrical and Controls Engineer
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Harwich, Essex
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Senior Electrical and Controls Engineer - Harwich - £50,000-£65,000 + benefits
Own the electrical, control and instrumentation strategy on a Top Tier COMAH site, where your expertise will directly impact safety, performance and long-term reliability.
You'll guide EC&I direction across the site - from high-voltage systems and control upgrades to major CAPEX investments - while staying hands-on with modern automation and process safety initiatives. As the Senior Electrical and Controls Engineer, you'll also lead a skilled team of engineers and technicians, work closely with regulators and manage high-value maintenance contracts.
What you'll do
Oversee all EC&I systems on-site, ensuring compliance with UK, EU and IEC regulations
Lead automation improvements, control system upgrades, and CAPEX projects aligned to business strategy
Manage OPEX and CAPEX budgets, while shaping asset management plans and maintenance SOPs
Act as a technical authority in risk assessments, HAZOPs, LOPAs and EC&I audits
Identify and implement improvements that reduce risk and drive performance
What you'll need
Degree in Electrical or Control Systems Engineering.
5+ years' experience as a Senior Electrical and Controls Engineer (or equivalent) on a Top Tier COMAH site
Deep knowledge of DSEAR, ATEX, PUWER, CDM, and functional safety frameworks
Strong leadership experience, with the ability to manage both people and process
CompEx certified
About the company
This 24/7 operating site on the Essex coast produces specialist fuels and solvents for critical sectors. With high-voltage infrastructure, distillation units and hazardous area operations, it offers a technically rich environment for senior engineers. The site is also investing heavily in green hydrogen and sustainable fuels - making it an ideal opportunity for those who want to contribute to the UK's energy transition.
Ready to take the lead on site-wide EC&I strategy in a high-stakes, future-focused environment?
Apply now to shape critical infrastructure, champion process safety, and drive innovation in one of the region's most technically advanced facilities.
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