Job Description
About the Company
Our client is a well-established UK-based automation specialist headquartered inCambridgeshire, delivering bespoke engineering solutions to a wide range of UK and international manufacturing businessesprimarily within theFMCG,food & beverage,refrigeration, andgeneral manufacturingsectors. They design, manufacture, and install high-quality industrial control panels and advanced automation systems, integrating cutting-edge technologies such asPLC,HMI, andSCADAto streamline production processes. With the capability to deliver full end-to-end solutions from design through to commissioning and supportthey are known for their engineering excellence, innovation, and customer-first approach.
The Role
As anElectrical Design Engineer, youll work closely with the business owner to design bespoke automation machinery as the company embark on a period of significant growth with full order books. This is the start of their exciting expansion plans and this person will play a key role in the future of the company.
Key Responsibilities
* Understand and interpret customer/process requirements.
* Prepare functional design specifications and user manuals.
* Design electrical systems usingEPLAN ProPanel, including 3D layout drawings.
* Create accurate Bills of Materials (BoMs) for procurement and documentation.
* Collaborate with design and controls engineers to meet overall system needs.
* Support commissioning processes (FAT & SAT).
* Ensure compliance with safety directives and technical standards.
* Occasionally travel for customer meetings and site support.
* Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Skills, Qualifications & Experience
* Proficient in EPLAN ProPanel or similar electrical design software.
* Familiar with SISTEMA and safety-related system design.
* Experieced in Control Panel design
* Experience in special-purpose machinery, automation, robotics, conveyor and vision systems.
* Strong communicator with excellent time management skills.
* Knowledge of UKCA/CE compliance and technical file creation.
* Degree or HNC/HND/BTECt in Electrical Engineering.
* Experienced in electrical design within automation or manufacturing.
Interested?
If you're a detail-oriented engineer with a passion for automation and problem-solving, wed love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.
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