Lead Electrical Designer

Lead Electric Designer 40,000 - 55,000-Bridgwater, Somerset TA6Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.Feeling held back by roles where you deliver designs but have little say in how projects are run? Ready to step into a position where you own decisions, influence standards, and see your work shape real-world delivery?At B W Controls, you will take control of the design function and turn your experience into visible impact across complex water industry projects.The roleYou will own how electrical design is delivered across the business. That means your decisions will directly improve project outcomes, design quality, and team performance.By leading projects from concept through to completion, you will gain full control of the design lifecycle. This builds your commercial awareness, strengthens your technical authority, and positions you as a key voice in the business.Key ResponsibilitiesLead design projects from start to finish, giving you full ownership and visibilityProduce and review designs, strengthening your expertise and credibilityDevelop schematics and panel layouts, deepening your technical capabilityWork closely with production and commissioning teams, ensuring your designs translate into successful deliveryEngage with customers, allowing you to influence solutions and build strong relationshipsSet and maintain design standards, raising quality across the businessSupport and guide engineers, helping you grow as a leaderImprove processes, giving you direct input into how the business operatesSupport tenders, expanding your commercial and strategic understandingAbout our companyB W Controls has over 30 years of experience delivering MEICA solutions within the water sector.We are a close-knit team of over 25 professionals where decisions are made quickly, ideas are listened to, and individuals have real influence. You will not be one of many layers you will be a key part of how the business moves forward. xjdpvnf The BenefitsCompetitive salary40-hour working week with hybrid working availableOngoing training that supports your progression into senior leadershipClear opportunity to shape your role as the business growsThe personExperience in a senior electrical design role within the water industry or similarStrong knowledge of electrical, control, and automation systemsExperience producing or reviewing schematics and technical documentationUnderstanding of MEICA delivery in an industrial settingConfident making decisions and setting directionStrong communication skills with customers, teams, and suppliersProactive approach to problem solving and improvementExperience with Eplan softwareWhats nextApply today to take full ownership of your work, build your influence, and play a defining role in the future of B W Controls.

Created: 2026-03-25