Job Description
Electrical Engineer (Design) - £35,000 - £55,000 + Benefits
Location: Leicester
Are you an Electrical Design Engineer with experience using Autodesk Inventor or similar tools, looking to join a company that is shaping the future of electrical innovation? Enjoy an excellent work-life balance and a generous pay package? This role offers just that.
Our client is a long-established electrical equipment manufacturer based in Leicester, with over a century of engineering expertise. They specialise in designing and producing components for power, transmission, and distribution, and serve sectors such as industrial automation, marine, telecoms, and rail. Supplying major contractors, OEMs, and end users across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, they are known for delivering high-quality, reliable solutions.
This role is within their load bank division, focusing on the design and development of resistor systems for high-performance applications. You will work closely with the engineering team to design electrical equipment for industrial use, create detailed wiring diagrams in AutoCAD Electrical, and produce key documents like design overviews and resistor element sheets, ensuring compliance with industry and safety standards.
Your responsibilities include reviewing and approving designs, managing updates via Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), supporting CE marking, DFMEAs, and product testing. You will troubleshoot technical issues, perform root cause analysis, and support teams across Production, Sales, Service, and Customer Support. You will own your projects from start to finish, delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Review design requirements and assist with design and material specifications.
2. Produce design calculations and manufacturing documentation.
3. Create and approve drawings and bills of materials.
4. Conduct technical investigations and root cause analyses.
5. Support production, sales, service, and customer support teams.
6. Deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Experience with Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, Creo, or Siemens.
* Design experience with IEC 60204 and 61439 standards.
* Degree or HNC in a related subject.
* Experience with the CE marking process and DFMEA.
If you are an Electrical Design Engineer or similar professional seeking a role at the heart of the industrial electronics industry, with a balanced work-life environment and attractive remuneration, please apply now.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. Salary will depend on experience, qualifications, and skills.
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