Senior Electrical and Controls Engineer

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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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    Location:
    Harwich
    Job Type:
    FullTime