Lead Electrical and Controls Engineer

Lead Electrical and Controls Engineer

An innovative and growing engineering firm based in High Wycombe is seeking an experienced Electrical and Controls Engineer to lead its in-house technical team. The company designs and delivers advanced, high-performance engineering systems to a global customer base, offering a dynamic mix of R&D and project delivery.

If you’re a hands-on leader with a strong background in electrical and software systems, and you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment — this role offers genuine impact and long-term progression.

Key Responsibilities of the Lead Electrical and Controls Engineer:

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team across electrical and software functions
• Oversee the design, development, and testing of bespoke engineering systems — from concept to commissioning
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, production teams, and project managers to ensure seamless technical integration
• Manage resource allocation, performance, and project timelines to deliver consistent, high-quality output
• Implement and maintain best practices in engineering standards, compliance, and documentation
• Drive process improvement and technical innovation across the department
• Report to senior stakeholders and contribute to technical strategy and delivery frameworks

About You as the Lead Electrical and Controls Engineer:

• Proven experience in a senior engineering or team leadership role, managing electrical and/or software engineering teams
• Strong technical grounding in control systems, automation, or integrated engineering environments
• Comfortable leading projects from early-stage design through to final handover
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and team performance management capabilities
• Strong communicator with effective cross-functional collaboration skills
• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience

Why Join?

Join a close-knit, forward-thinking engineering company delivering complex systems to customers worldwide. You’ll have the chance to:

• Work on diverse, technically challenging projects
• Be part of a collaborative, problem-solving culture
• Play a key role in a business that is scaling steadily and values leadership at every level

Benefits

• Annual and project-based bonus schemes
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Flexitime and up to 30 days holiday
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Electric car charging points
• Wellness programme
• Paid overtime at time and a half
• Free pension advice

Ready to Lead?

Want to take ownership of engineering delivery in a company where your leadership truly matters?

Apply now to explore this rare opportunity in advanced engineering systems.