Senior Electrical Engineer - Lead Controls & Compliance

CV Technical

Milton Keynes

On-site

GBP 55,250 - 74,750

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

CV Technical is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer in Milton Keynes to command electrical compliance, standards and controls across the facility. You will work directly with the Engineering Manager as the site’s electrical authority.

The role offers leadership responsibility, on-the-job development, and ongoing training within a secure, reputable manufacturing company. A strong background in electrical systems and manufacturing is essential.

Qualifications

  • Time-served apprenticeship with HNC or equivalent.
  • Strong electrical knowledge and experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • 18th Edition certification is preferred.
  • PLC programming and interrogation experience is advantageous but not required; training provided where needed.
  • Proactive, self-starting mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Acting as the site’s Electrical Duty Holder, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements.
  • Leading troubleshooting and continuous improvement of electrical and control systems.
  • Overseeing PLC, HMI, AC drive and servo control systems, supporting fault-finding and improvements.
  • Providing technical guidance and mentoring engineers in electrical fault-finding and controls.
  • Managing technical documentation and supporting the standardisation of control components across the site.

Skills

Electrical engineering
Leadership
Troubleshooting

Education

Time-served apprenticeship with HNC or equivalent
18th Edition certification

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

CV Technical is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer in Milton Keynes to command electrical compliance, standards and controls across the facility. You will work directly with the Engineering Manager as the site’s electrical authority.

The role offers leadership responsibility, on-the-job development, and ongoing training within a secure, reputable manufacturing company. A strong background in electrical systems and manufacturing is essential.

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