Electrical Design Engineer
Location:
Loughborough (Permanent, Full-Time)
Salary:
£45,000 – £60,000 (DOE)
A growing engineering SME in Loughborough, is looking for an
experienced Electrical Design Engineer
who can work independently, take full ownership of electrical design, and bring structure to our design processes. If you thrive in a startup-style environment where you get to
shape, improve, and deliver
rather than just follow instructions — this is the role for you.
What You'll Do
* Lead
end-to-end electrical design
: from schematics and layouts to final testing.
* Develop and maintain
AutoCAD Electrical standards, templates, and libraries
for consistency and scalability.
* Design and refine
control panels
for configurable products.
* Work hands-on when needed: wiring, testing, and supporting
small-batch manufacturing
.
* Act as the
go-to problem solver
for electrical challenges in both new and existing product designs.
What We're Looking For
* 5–8 years' relevant experience
in electrical design, ideally within machinery, equipment, or panel-based systems.
* Proven expertise in
AutoCAD Electrical
(setup, schematics, libraries, templates).
* Strong background in
control panel design
and integration.
* Ability to work
independently
and manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
* Practical hands-on skills in
wiring, testing, and assembly
.
* Clear communicator with a
methodical, problem-solving mindset
.
Nice-to-Have
* Experience designing for
international power specifications
(50Hz / 60Hz).
* Exposure to
PLCs, automation, or control systems
.
* Previous experience in
SMEs or startups
, where flexibility and adaptability are key.
Why Join Us?
* Be the
electrical design owner
in a company where your expertise truly shapes the product.
* Work in a
startup-style environment
with the agility to make real impact.
* Competitive salary (£45–60k) and the chance to build, refine, and leave your mark on a growing business.
If you're an experienced
Electrical Design Engineer
with strong
AutoCAD Electrical skills
who enjoys working hands-on and independently, we'd love to hear from you.