Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer

We’re working with an innovative clean energy business developing hydrogen fuel cell and power generation systems as they scale their engineering team. They’re looking for a Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer to play a key role in developing and delivering next-generation energy systems. Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer Cranleigh, Surrey (Hybrid + Flexible work) Full-time, Perm The Opportunity This is a hands-on, technically senior role where you’ll take ownership of electrical and controls design across both new product development and live projects. You’ll be working across: · Hydrogen fuel cells · Hydrogen generation systems · Integrated power solutions This is not a pure design role. It’s design, build, test & deliver. What You’ll Be Doing · Lead electrical design delivery across R&D and project work · Define system architectures and undertake design trade-offs · Produce electrical schematics (single line & detailed wiring) · Develop specifications for electrical components (motors, transformers, protection systems) · Support build, integration, and verification of systems · Own documentation for compliance, validation, and manufacture · Support safety reviews (HAZOP, SIL, LOPA, C&E) · Fault finding, testing, and hands-on system evaluation · Mentor junior engineers within the team · Work cross-functionally with systems, product, and production teams What They’re Looking For · Strong background in electrical system design for industrial equipment · Experience working to EN 60204 and BS7671 (18th Edition) · Knowledge of functional safety (EN 61511) · Experience with Siemens PLCs (hardware/software) · Comfortable working across design & hands-on testing · Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering Nice to Have · CE / UKCA machinery compliance experience · EMC / EMI troubleshooting · Low Voltage Authorised / Competent Person · Experience with fuel cells, electrochemical systems, or energy systems Why Join? · Work on cutting-edge hydrogen technology · Be part of a team moving from prototype, product, deployment · High ownership, high impact engineering role · Fast-moving, innovative environment If this resonates with you, apply or contact me directly