Electrical Project Engineer

Role Details

Electrical Project Engineer (FTC). Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30 – 17:30. Location: Maidstone (Outskirts). Type: 18‑month to 2‑year fixed‑term contract.

Job Overview

Our client, a leading international manufacturing organisation, is seeking a hands‑on Electrical Project Engineer to join their projects team on a fixed‑term contract basis. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in delivering a wide range of electrical and process control projects within a fast‑paced industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of electrical and control system projects across site, including systems ranging from 110V to 3.5kV and PLC/DCS upgrades
• Provide assistance with fault finding and optimisation of Siemens S7 PLCs and ABB drive equipment
• Contribute to planning and coordination of project activities to ensure effective use of time and resources in a busy environment
• Help ensure delivery of project outputs to required standards, timescales, and budgets
• Assist with review of project design requirements, including equipment layouts and process arrangements
• Undertake P&ID and drawing reviews, working closely with suppliers and on‑site stakeholders to ensure alignment
• Generate I/O lists and control system schedules based on P&ID information
• Assist in the creation and modification of electrical drawings and schematics
• Review and support approval of engineering documentation prior to release and implementation
• Support control of project budgets and associated documentation
• Liaise with OEMs, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure project scope and requirements are clearly defined and understood
• Assist in sourcing and coordinating specialist resource where required to support bespoke solutions

Ideal Candidate

• Willing to be hands‑on
• Qualified in Electrical Engineering (HNC/HND or Degree level or equivalent experience)
• Previous project management experience in a similar environment
• Good understanding of electrical distribution systems and industrial controls
• Familiarity with PLC systems and industrial automation (Siemens S7 / similar)
• Experience working with drive systems (ABB or equivalent)
• Comfortable working with technical drawings, P&IDs, and control documentation
• Strong coordination and organisational skills
• Able to communicate effectively with engineers, suppliers, and contractors
• Strong awareness of health and safety in an industrial setting
• Willingness to travel when required from time to time in support of project delivery

Benefits

On top of a competitive base salary, you will also receive an enhanced company pension, holiday allowance, and other benefits, including full access to onsite facilities (gym and canteen).

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