What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary package and market-aligned benefits
* 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)
* Health Shield cash plan
* Group Pension Plan (7%)
* Annual discretionary bonus scheme
* BUPA Medical Insurance
* Salary Sacrifice EV car scheme
* VINCI Share Scheme
* Death in service cover
* Access to VINCI Energies’ global career development opportunities
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About the Role
Actemium Automation Peterborough is recruiting a Hardware Design Engineer with strong EPLAN experience to support the design and delivery of industrial control panels, MCCs and associated electrical documentation. You will work across projects spanning food & beverage and process industries, producing high‑quality schematics, assembly drawings and Bills of Materials to support manufacture, installation and commissioning.
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Key Responsibilities
* Develop detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and terminal plans using EPLAN for control panels and assemblies.
* Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), cable schedules, component lists and general arrangement drawings.
* Interpret client requirements and project specifications to produce compliant design deliverables in line with industry standards.
* Collaborate with project managers, software engineers, panel builders and site teams to ensure designs are buildable and supportable.
* Produce design change notices, respond to technical queries during manufacture and resolve issues raised at installation and commissioning.
* Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and safe electrical practices (BS EN 61439, BS 7671, IEC standards, UL where applicable).
* Participate in design reviews, risk assessments and project handover activities, maintaining clear project documentation and revision control.
* Drive continuous improvement in design processes and standards, including template development and library management in EPLAN.
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Skills & Experience
* Proven experience designing industrial control panels, MCCs or automation hardware in an engineering environment.
* Strong proficiency with EPLAN (P8) for schematic capture and project documentation.
* Good working knowledge of electrical standards and regulations (BS EN 61439, BS 7671, IEC 60204, UL508A advantageous).
* Practical understanding of PLCs, drives, HMIs, safety devices, relays and associated field wiring.
* Experience preparing BOMs, cable schedules and manufacturing package documentation.
* Relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) or equivalent practical experience.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
* Attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
* Full UK right to work and a valid driving licence; willingness to visit client sites as required.
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Why Join Actemium Automation Peterborough & VINCI Energies?
* Competitive salary, annual bonus and generous pension contributions.
* Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits including Health Shield and BUPA options.
* Electric vehicle purchase scheme and VINCI Share Scheme (subject to qualifying period).
* Supportive, inclusive and diverse working environment with excellent training and development pathways.
* Opportunity to work on varied, high‑profile automation projects and make a tangible contribution to client solutions.
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About Us
Actemium Automation Peterborough, part of VINCI Energies UK & ROI, delivers industrial automation and control solutions across sectors including food & beverage, manufacturing and infrastructure. We combine local expertise with the resources of a global engineering group to provide safe, innovative and reliable solutions to our clients.
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How to Apply
Please submit a CV and a brief covering statement highlighting your EPLAN experience and relevant hardware design projects. Applications will be reviewed on receipt and shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview.