Electrical & Controls Manager

General Description

Our client is a well-established UK manufacturer delivering engineered solutions across a variety of sectors including security, transport and medical. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Electrical & Controls Manager to take ownership of all electrical and automation activities across the business.

This is a senior technical role offering genuine influence over project delivery, system design and commercial performance, working closely with engineering, projects and sales teams.

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The Role

As Controls & Electrical Manager, you will lead all electrical and automation elements of projects from initial concept through to installation and commissioning. The position is mainly office-based, with regular site involvement as required.

You will act as the technical authority for controls and electrical systems, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to specification.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the design and implementation of control systems across multiple projects.
• Producing and reviewing electrical drawings including schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts and cable schedules.
• Managing PLC, HMI and SCADA software development.
• Defining technical scope from client requirements and producing detailed execution plans.
• Supporting tendering activities with technical input, costings and supplier engagement.
• Managing subcontractors and external suppliers related to electrical and controls packages.
• Overseeing testing and commissioning activities, including factory and site acceptance.
• Carrying out site surveys and coordinating electrical installation requirements.
• Maintaining commercial oversight of all controls and electrical project elements.
• Providing technical guidance to internal teams and supporting continuous improvement.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in electrical and controls engineering within a manufacturing or project-based environment.
• Strong control panel knowledge, including design and manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of industrial automation systems (PLC experience essential).
• Solid knowledge of electrical standards and installation regulations.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and translate them into practical solutions.
• Comfortable working across multiple departments and managing stakeholder expectations.
• Experience using CAD and electrical design software.
• Commercially aware with experience managing budgets or project costs. xwzovoh
• Proactive, organised and capable of working autonomously when required.

The Package

• £60,000–£80,000 basic salary (DOE)