Electrical Design Engineer

Description:

Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with a background in automation, special-purpose machinery or complex industrial systems?

Join a global engineering and automation business specialising in advanced industrial systems and manufacturing technology, where you’ll play a key role in supporting the design and production of complex equipment. You’ll work across electrical design, industrial controls, safety systems and testing, collaborating closely with production and engineering teams.

Electrical Design Engineer - The Role:

• Produce standard and bespoke wiring drawings and BOMs
• Complete electrical design work, calculations and technical documentation
• Design and specify drive control systems, industrial PCs, safety PLCs and inverters
• Provide technical support and best practice for industrial panel design
• Ensure designs meet relevant regulatory, safety and test requirements
• Develop test rigs, prototypes and control systems
• Produce Safety Buy-Off documentation
• Complete calculations to BS EN 13849 with a strong understanding of EN 60204
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure equipment meets performance requirements
• Support the production and manufacturing teams throughout equipment build
• Work across projects with internal teams, customers and suppliers

Electrical Design Engineer - The Person:

• HNC/HND or Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering
• c4-7 years'+ relevant engineering experience
• Previous experience in an electrical design engineering role
• Background in automation, product handling or special-purpose machinery
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical ideal
• Strong understanding of wiring diagrams and electrical control systems
• Able to interpret technical drawings and design specifications
• Experience with project management
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Full UK valid driving licence required for site surveys