Electrical Controls Engineer

Wild Recruitment; Fareham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer for a full-time role based in Fareham, UK. You will be responsible for electrical assembly, installation, testing, and fault-finding across various projects. The ideal candidate should hold the 18th Edition BS7671 certification and a minimum of a 3-year apprenticeship in electrical/control engineering. Occasional travel within the UK and overseas is required. Strong assembly and testing skills, along with good communication abilities, are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil, marine, or aerospace engineering environments.
• Strong skills in assembly, testing, and fault-finding of electromechanical systems.
• Intermediate ICT skills (MS Office, email).

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Diagnose and repair malfunctioning systems using test equipment.
• Assist in designing control circuits and wiring to PLCs.
• Prepare and interpret engineering drawings to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Liaise with procurement for supplies and provide cost estimates.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Testing and fault-finding

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

18th Edition BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations certification

Minimum 3-year apprenticeship in electrical/control engineering

Job description

Electrical Controls Engineer

Location: UK-based with occasional travel
Employment Type: Full-time

Are you an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer looking for a hands‑on role in a dynamic engineering environment? We’re seeking a skilled professional to join our Fareham based client, where you will be responsible for electrical assembly, installation, testing, and fault‑finding across a range of projects.

Key Responsibilities - Electrical Controls Engineer

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Diagnose and repair malfunctioning systems using test equipment.
• Manage PAT Testing system and maintain accurate logs.
• Assist in designing control circuits, wiring to PLCs, and creating panel layouts.
• Support project documentation and bills of materials.
• Prepare and interpret engineering drawings to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Liaise with procurement for supplies and provide cost estimates.
• Occasional overtime and travel within the UK and overseas to meet project deadlines.

What We’re Looking For

• 18th Edition BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations certification.
• Minimum 3-year apprenticeship in electrical/control engineering.
• Experience in civil, marine, or aerospace engineering environments.
• Strong skills in assembly, testing, and fault‑finding of electromechanical systems.
• Good communication, organisational skills, and ability to work in a team.
• Intermediate ICT skills (MS Office, email).

Additional Requirements

• Full clean driving licence.
• Ability to obtain ACRO clearance.
• Awareness of Health & Safety, COSHH, and willingness to undertake relevant training.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.