Job Description
Electrical Project Engineer
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 + Bonus + Company Car + Overtime
About the Company
TCS Consulting is recruiting on behalf of a growing automation business that works with leading manufacturers across automotive, aerospace, and food & beverage.
They deliver full automation and digital transformation projects and are known for taking ownership from concept through to commissioning.
Due to continued growth, they are now looking to bring in an Electrical Project Engineer to strengthen their delivery team.
The Role
This is a hands-on, project-focused role where you will take ownership of the electrical delivery across automation projects.
You will work closely with the Project Manager and be responsible for everything from panel build and installation through to commissioning and start of production.
This role will suit someone who is comfortable being both hands-on and commercially aware, with the ability to manage projects while still getting involved technically when needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of electrical projects from sales handover through to completion
- Plan and coordinate all electrical activities in line with project timelines
- Manage on-site installation teams and ensure safe delivery of work
- Oversee panel build activities within the workshop
- Manage electrical materials and ensure availability across workshop and site
- Select and source installation materials (cabling, containment, etc.)
- Support installation teams on-site and ensure quality standards are met
- Carry out commissioning of control panels, I/O and drives
- Support with hands-on installation and panel build where required
- Work closely with Project Managers to track progress and mitigate risks
- Act as a key point of contact for customers throughout delivery
- Produce RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements)
- Support with project costing and estimates where required
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience within electrical engineering / automation projects
- Strong background in electrical installation, panel build and commissioning
- Experience working on industrial automation or manufacturing projects
- Ability to manage projects while remaining hands-on
- Comfortable working on-site and leading installation teams
- Strong communication skills with both internal teams and customers
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
- Completed electrical apprenticeship
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
- 2391 Inspection & Testing (preferred)
Additional Information
- Hybrid working (Birmingham base)
- Around 25% travel to customer sites
- Overtime available (including weekends where required)
- Company car included
- Performance-related bonus