Overview
Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer (Contract)
Location: Liverpool (Hybrid)
Contract Length: 6 Months
IR35 Status: Outside IR35
Rate: £40 - £45 per hour
About the Role
We are working with a leading food packaging company in Liverpool who are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to support their engineering team on a contract basis. This is a hybrid role offering a mix of onsite and remote working, with an immediate start available.
Responsibilities
* Produce detailed electrical design drawings and schematics for food packaging machinery and associated systems.
* Work with EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent design software to deliver accurate and compliant designs.
* Develop control panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials.
* Ensure designs comply with relevant safety standards and regulations (e.g. BS EN, Machinery Directive, PUWER).
* Support the integration of new equipment and modifications to existing machinery.
* Liaise with mechanical engineers, project managers, and suppliers to ensure seamless project delivery.
* Provide technical support during build, installation, and commissioning phases.
Qualifications
* Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer within industrial automation, machinery, or food packaging environments.
* Proficiency in electrical CAD tools (EPLAN P8 or AutoCAD Electrical).
* Strong understanding of electrical standards, machine safety, and CE/UKCA compliance.
* Experience producing detailed schematics, panel designs, and documentation packs.
* Ability to work independently in a fast-paced project environment.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
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