Electrical Design Engineer - Automation & Robotics Solutions
Location: Tamworth
Reports to: Managing Director
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer seeking a dynamic role where your skills and expertise will be valued and expanded? This position offers the chance to work on innovative projects within the automation and materials handling sectors, providing a stimulating environment for professional growth.
About the Company
A family-run design and manufacturing firm, specialising in cutting-edge automation and robotics solutions for industrial clients across various sectors, including manufacturing, logistics, and automotive. From concept design and prototyping to full system integration and ongoing support, the company delivers turnkey robotic cells, custom automated production lines, and advanced material handling systems that enhance efficiency, precision, and competitiveness.
Why This Role Stands Out
* Innovative Projects: Engage in the design and development of complex electro-mechanical systems, including bespoke automation and materials handling equipment.
* Professional Growth: Enhance your expertise with EPLAN Electric P8 software, and gain experience in fault finding and root cause analysis during design, build, commissioning, and support phases.
* Collaborative Environment: Work closely with sales and design teams, sub-contractors, and suppliers, contributing to internal and external design reviews.
* Impactful Work: Your designs will directly influence project schedules, cost targets, and reliability, making a tangible impact on the organisation's success.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop electrical controls for special purpose equipment, ensuring designs meet cost targets, project schedules, and requirement specifications.
* Design electrical systems and control panels to relevant standards and customer specifications, considering reliability, ease of assembly, and serviceability.
* Support the business in identifying standard assemblies to drive efficiencies across the mechanical design department.
* Stay updated with UK, European, and international legislation changes.
* Create necessary documentation to support machine design, build, installation, and commissioning.
Skills, Experience, and Education
* Communication: Confidently communicate design choices and progress to the project team, and create technical documentation and reports.
* Knowledge and Expertise: A relevant Engineering degree in Controls or Electrical Engineering is preferred, with a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in electrical design engineering.
* Innovation: Understand detailed customer technical specifications, generate concepts with cross-functional team members, and perform detailed design including wiring schematics and panel layout diagrams.
* Business Impact: Make reasoned design and product support decisions that align with the organisation's goals, understanding the broader business environment.
Accountabilities
* Complete assigned tasks to the agreed schedule and report progress.
* Occasionally lead specific tasks as appointed by the Project Manager or Design Office Manager.
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that will utilise and expand your electrical design engineering skills, this position is the perfect next step in your career. Apply today
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