Electrical Design Engineer
Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday–Thursday 07:30–16:00, Friday 07:30–12:30 (early finish)
Overview
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team working on high-integrity, technically challenging projects. The successful candidate will take ownership of electrical system design, documentation, and compliance, ensuring all solutions meet stringent technical and legislative requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop robust electrical design solutions for a range of complex engineering projects.
* Produce high-quality technical documentation including performance calculations, test plans, compliance reports, and component selection justifications.
* Design low voltage power distribution systems, control panels, component layouts, and electrical schematics.
* Work with mechanical design engineers to create fully integrated and validated project solutions.
* Support testing and automation processes, including the preparation of test plans.
* Ensure all design processes, approvals, and mitigations are completed in accordance with project requirements.
* Provide hands‑on engineering input where required.
Required Skills & Experience
* Degree qualified or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering.
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Control Panel Design and/or Low Voltage Power Distribution.
* Strong electrical system design capability, including component selection and system configuration.
* Knowledge of Variable Speed Drives, motor starter panels, distribution systems, and PLC‑based systems.
* Experience producing detailed design documentation and technical justification.
* Practical, hands‑on engineering experience is essential.
Desirable Skills
* Experience with Control & Instrumentation systems.
* Proficiency in E‑Plan (highly desirable).
* Experience with SolidWorks Electrical is advantageous.
* Other CAD software experience will be considered; full training can be provided for suitable candidates.
General Requirements
* Able to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
* Strong communication and documentation skills.
* Must meet strict security clearance criteria: You must be a British National with no dual nationality.
Benefits
* Competitive salary: £40,000–£60,000 DOE
* Early Friday finish
* Company pension
* Sick pay after 2 years
* Life assurance (up to 3× annual salary) after 2 years
* Health & Wellbeing Programme
* Employee Assistance Programme from day 1
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