Electrical and Control Project Engineer Full Time | Permanent Competitive Salary (£45,000 - £55,000 DOE) + Excellent Benefits Location- Essex A specialist chemical refinery and leading supplier of high-value hydrocarbon-based products and solutions. They manufacture and supply a wide range of products including specialty fuels (such as racing and performance fuels), solvents, distillates, and aromatics. Their operations serve industries like automotive, aviation, energy, and industrial manufacturing. A new oppertunity for a proactive and experienced Electrical and Controls Project Engineer to join our EC&I Department. You’ll lead and support a range of electrical, instrumentation and control system projects – ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant operation of plant and equipment. Key Responsibilities * Design, build, commission, and validate electrical and control systems for new and modified plant in accordance with COMAH regulations. * Design of motor control circuits, control systems, and LV/hazardous area cable circuits. * Specify equipment for use in ATEX-zoned environments. * Produce control system specifications, safety parameters, and validation documentation. * Manage project resources, materials, contractors, costs, and timelines. * Communicate effectively with internal teams, stakeholders, and suppliers. * Ensure documentation, inspections, and modifications are appropriately recorded and shared. * Uphold all site safety, environmental, and quality procedures (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 50001). Key Skills & Experience * Demonstrated design experience in electrical systems including HV/LV and hazardous area installations (to EN60079). * Strong background in PLC, DCS, and field instrumentation – including intrinsically safe systems. * Knowledge of 18th Edition Wiring Regulations. * Experience managing capital projects, major shutdowns, or working within CDM environments. * Familiar with AutoCAD, Maintenance Management Systems, project documentation and handover processes. * Proven ability to assess and review method statements, risk assessments, and change management procedures. * Strong organisational and communication skills. What’s in it for you? * 25 days holiday (rising to 27 with service) + bank holidays * 5% employer pension contribution (subject to 4% employee contribution) * Life Assurance (4x basic salary) * Healthcare & EAP Scheme * Enhanced maternity/paternity pay * Sick Pay – up to 6 months full, 6 months half pay * Long-service awards * Free vending, PPE, and annual health screening * Regular social events through our active Social Club * Income Protection (after 5 years’ service) * Supportive environment with individual pension planning sessions