Electrical Project Engineer

Role: Electrical Projects Engineer
Shift: Days
Salary: Circa -48,000
Location: Bridgwater

Electrical Projects Engineer - Bridgwater - Circa -48,000 (Days Shift)

We''re looking for an experienced Electrical Projects Engineer to join a successful and growing manufacturing business in Bridgwater. This is a permanent, days-based role offering variety, hands-on installation work, and responsibility for project delivery on site.

The company is investing heavily in new machinery and infrastructure to support its continued growth. As part of the engineering team, you''ll help ensure the site''s electrical systems are safe, compliant, and capable of supporting production and future expansion.

What you''ll be doing:

• Planning and delivering electrical installations for new machinery and infrastructure projects.

• Designing and installing electrical containment systems

• Acting as site Electrical Duty Holder, ensuring all work meets legal and safety requirements

• Maintaining and upgrading low-voltage distribution systems (switchgear, panels, submains).

• Performing load assessments and cable sizing for new equipment.

• Being hands-on and carryign out on-site electrical work

• Supporting other teams with fault-finding and root-cause analysis.

• Coordinating contractors and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered safely and to standard.

• Keeping electrical schematics, risk assessments, and inspection records up to date.

• Leading or supporting electrical safety audits.

What we''re looking for:

• Proven experience in electrical installation, projects or maintenance in a manufacturing environment.

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation.

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

• Inspection & Testing qualification - desirable.

• Ability to plan and deliver projects from concept to commissioning.

• Sound understanding of electrical safety and compliance.

• Good teamwork and communication skills, able to liaise effectively with colleagues, contractors and suppliers.

• Organised and proactive approach to work, with strong problem-solving skills.

What you''ll get in return:

• Competitive salary circa -48,000 per annum.

• Days-based working pattern.

• Above-statutory holiday allowance.

• Generous company pension scheme.

• On-site parking, cycle-to-work scheme.

• Employee well being initiatives, health and discount programmes.

• Opportunity to join a successful and growing business investing in its people and facilities.

Interested?

If you''re an experienced Electrical Projects Engineer looking for your next role, I''d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV, and feel free to include a short cover letter outlining why you''re right for the role.

We also offer a referral scheme - if you know someone suitable, please get in touch.

Please note: while we aim to respond to all applicants, the volume of responses may mean we can''t reply to everyone. If you don''t hear back within 7 days, please assume your application hasn''t been successful on this occasion.