Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer

Cardiff
Up to -52,000 + Bonus

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join a heavy industrial site in Cardiff. This is a hands role focused on maximising plant reliability, minimising downtime, and driving continuous improvement.

The Role

• Plan and manage electrical maintenance activities (PPM, shutdowns, breakdowns)
• Lead and develop a team of electrical engineers and technicians
• Deliver efficient, cost-effective maintenance and repair programmes
• Control maintenance budgets, estimates, and work progress
• Manage and audit contractors, ensuring compliance with PTW and site standards
• Support production by coordinating maintenance with operational teams
• Drive continuous improvement and implement engineering best practices
• Ensure compliance with H&S, SOPs, and risk assessments

The Person

• HND/Degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
• Strong PLC experience (Omron, ABB, Siemens S7)
• Knowledge of SCADA/HMI systems
• Experience with AC/DC motors, drives, inverters, and converters
• Proven team leadership within a heavy industrial environment
• Strong understanding of Permit to Work and contractor control
• Committed to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement

This is a great opportunity to step into a key role within a demanding, high value industrial environment where you can make a real impact. This role is working a Monday to Friday, 8 hour days shift pattern