Lead Electrical Engineer

4 days ago

Warrington, Warrington, United Kingdom Delve Search - Global Search Consultants Full time £42,000 - £90,000 per year

Lead Electrical Engineer – Production


Warrington


UK Conveyor Systems Manufacturer | £15M T/O | ~60 Employees


Leadership Opportunity | Electrical Build & Production

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer ready to take ownership of electrical assembly and production within a growing UK manufacturer?

Our client – a respected conveyor systems specialist – is investing in its in-house production capability and is now looking for a
Lead Electrical Engineer
to strengthen and lead their electrical build function.

This is a great role for someone who enjoys improving processes, mentoring others, and being the go-to expert on electrical assembly for complex, bespoke machinery.

Why This Role?

  • Join an established UK engineering business with strong order books and long-term customers.
  • Take a leadership role within a stable, growing production team.
  • Influence how electrical systems are built, tested, and improved across a wide machinery portfolio.
  • Work closely with design, mechanical production, and controls teams on varied projects.

The Role – What You'll Be Doing

As
Lead Electrical Engineer
, you will oversee all electrical production activities, including:

  • Leading the electrical build of conveyor systems and automation equipment.
  • Wiring, panel build, and electrical assembly to schematics and engineering drawings.
  • Mentoring and developing a small electrical team / apprentices.
  • Ensuring all builds meet safety standards and production quality requirements.
  • Working with engineering and design teams to resolve issues and optimise build methods.
  • Supporting testing, fault-finding, and commissioning when required.
  • Driving continuous improvement in electrical production processes.

About You

You will be a great fit if you have:

  • Strong electrical engineering background within machinery, automation, materials handling, or related manufacturing.
  • Experience wiring control panels and machinery to industrial standards.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and work from electrical drawings and schematics.
  • Hands-on leadership or mentoring experience (formal or informal).
  • Strong fault-finding skills and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary + benefits
  • Secure, well-run, and supportive employer
  • Leadership responsibility with real autonomy
  • Personal development and progression as the business continues to grow

f you're ready to step into a lead role where your expertise will improve production quality and influence how machinery is built, I'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or message me directly for a confidential chat.

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