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Electric & Control Engineering Specialist

Context Recruitment Limited
Reading Full-time GBP 55,063 – 66,338
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Electrical & Control Engineer - Safety, Risk & Compliance

Full-time

Paying £55,063 - £66,338, depending on experience.

Hybrid / Remote - Multiple locations available

We're supporting a respected Public Sector organisation in recruiting a specialist Electrical & Control Engineer for a frontline role focused on safety, risk management, and legal compliance across a wide range of industrial environments.

This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who can think strategically under challenge, identify core issues from first principles, and influence stakeholders at every level to drive meaningful improvements in safety and compliance.

The role

  • Investigate serious electrical and control system incidents, identifying root causes and preventing recurrence

  • Inspect workplaces to ensure electrical and control system risks are effectively managed

  • Prepare clear, concise technical reports and act as a specialist/expert witness when required

  • Contribute to sector-wide strategies to improve electrical safety and control system design

  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while engaging confidently with senior leaders and technical staff

About you
  • Strong background in electrical and control system engineering, ideally in a senior capacity

  • Expertise in high and low voltage distribution, safe systems of work, and BS7671 compliance

  • Knowledge of electrical/electronic/programmable safety-related control systems (ISO 13849, IEC 62061, IEC 60204-1)

  • Understanding of electrical equipment in hazardous atmospheres

  • Excellent communication and influencing skills

  • Strong analytical ability with sound judgement and decisiveness

  • Proven organisational skills and the ability to deliver high-quality outcomes

  • Able to produce clear technical reports for non-technical audiences

Paying £55,063 - £66,338, depending on experience.

Hybrid / Remote - Multiple locations available

Must be eligible to work in the UK

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