Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer (Senior preferred - open to Electrical Technicians & Maintenance Engineers looking to move into design) The Opportunity We're recruiting on behalf of our client, a global leader in materials processing equipment, delivering innovative solutions across recycling, washing, crushing and screening. Due to continued demand, they're expanding their Electrical Team in Dungannon. While this position sits at Senior level, the business is very open to candidates who may be slightly below senior grade, provided they can clearly demonstrate strong electrical capability, practical experience, and the appetite to develop further into design.

This is an excellent opportunity for hands-on engineers who want to transition into electrical design, as well as experienced design engineers seeking flexibility and technical ownership. Formal qualifications are preferred but not essential. Real-world experience and technical competence are equally valued. Top 3 Things to Know Senior level preferred, flexibility on grade for strong candidates Hybrid / flexible working available once established Clear learning curve from hands-on electrical work into design

The Role As part of the Electrical Team, you will:
Design and develop 3-phase electrical control systems Produce electrical schematics and technical documentation Develop or support PLC and HMI software (Allen Bradley & IFM Systems) Write or contribute to Functional Specifications Act as a key technical contact for internal teams and customers Support new product development and continuous improvement projects Assist with factory testing, commissioning and occasional site support Ensure compliance with safety and industry standards The scope and responsibility of the role will be aligned to your experience, with a clear pathway to full senior status if you're not there yet.

The Person You don't need to tick every box. Strong fundamentals and the right mindset matter most. You're likely to have: A strong background in industrial electrical systems (3-phase, control panels, automation) Hands-on experience in manufacturing, heavy engineering or process environments Exposure to electrical drawings, control systems or design-related work The ability to manage technical queries from customers and internal stakeholders A practical, solutions-focused approach Desirable (not essential):
Electrical Engineering qualification (degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, etc.) PLC / HMI programming experience Control panel design tools (Zuken E3 / EPLAN) Industrial communications (Ether Net/IP, CANbus, Modbus) The Rewards Competitive salary & bonus (DOE) Private healthcare, pension & life assurance 32 days annual leave Early finish Fridays (8:00am - 2:15pm) Hybrid / flexible working options On-site parking & Linked In Learning Long-term progression within a global engineering business Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage At Hunter Savage, we specialise in engineering recruitment across Northern Ireland and Ireland.

We focus on capability and potential, not just job titles. For a confidential discussion or further information, contact:
Dominic Heron Salary details are provided as a guide and may vary depending on experience. Shortlisting criteria may be adjusted based on response.

Skills:

electrical engineer electrical design engineer electrical technician senior electrical engineer Benefits: hybrid working annual bonus Healthcare