Electrical Controls Engineer

Laboris Solutions Ltd; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site allowance

International travel opportunities

Job summary

Laboris Solutions Ltd in Didcot, Oxfordshire, is seeking an Electrical & Controls Technical Engineer to design, test and commission bespoke electrical and control systems for global customers. The role requires at least 5 years’ experience, an HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, and the flexibility to travel internationally (30%).

The position offers a mix of hands-on engineering and international project exposure, with 70% on-site work.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of electrical design experience.
• Experience with low-voltage electrical and control systems.
• Proficient with electrical CAD software (EPLAN preferred).
• Knowledge of VFDs and system commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Electrical design of bespoke control systems per standards.
• Conduct FAT tests in-house and on-site at customer sites.
• Support commissioning and operation of low-voltage systems.
• Oversee international projects and site support worldwide.
• Prepare detailed test reports and site documentation.
• Identify issues and ensure safe, reliable performance.

Skills

Electrical design

Testing (FAT)

Commissioning

International projects

Technical documentation

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

Job description

Electrical & Controls Technical Engineer

Didcot, Oxfordshire | International Travel (30%) | HNC/HND | 5+ Years’ Experience

Ready to take your electrical engineering expertise onto the international stage?

We’re looking for an experienced Electrical & Controls Technical Engineer to join a client in South Oxfordshire, working on innovative electrical projects for customers around the world.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global engineering business where you’ll play a key role in designing, testing and commissioning bespoke electrical and control systems, working across both in-house and customer projects.

With approximately 70% of your time based at the South Oxfordshire works and 30% travelling internationally, this role offers a fantastic mix of technical engineering, hands‑on problem-solving and international project exposure.

What will you be doing?

• Electrical Design: Producing bespoke electrical and control system drawings in line with industry standards and regulations.
• Testing: Carrying out Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) both in-house and at customer sites.
• Commissioning: Supporting the commissioning and operation of low-voltage control systems.
• International Projects: Providing on-site technical support and supervising electrical engineers at customer premises worldwide.
• Technical Documentation: Producing detailed test reports and site documentation.
• Problem Solving: Identifying technical issues and ensuring electrical systems perform safely and effectively.

What are we looking for?

We’re keen to hear from engineers who have a strong electrical design background and enjoy getting involved in both the technical and practical aspects of engineering.

• HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years’ experience in electrical equipment design and/or supply.
• Good knowledge of low-voltage electrical and control systems.
• Experience using electrical CAD software – EPLAN would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of setting up Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Strong communication and technical reporting skills.
• The ability to work independently, use your initiative and collaborate effectively with colleagues and customers.

Experience that would give you an advantage

• Low-voltage distribution and switchgear.
• Thyristor and transformer control systems.
• PLC/HMI programming and fault finding, particularly Siemens-based systems.
• Medium-voltage distribution and switchgear.
• Transformer specification and power supply distribution, including cable and busbar systems.

Why join?

• The opportunity to work on challenging international engineering projects.
• Exposure to innovative electrical technologies within the global industry.
• Ongoing training, development and professional growth opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive engineering team.
• Additional site allowance paid for on-site activities.

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