Electrical Engineer

EFI; Castellón de la Plana; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

EFI, based in Spain, is seeking an Electrical Engineer in its Almazora (Castellón) unit to design electrical systems for industrial applications. You will define specs, select components, and develop schematics and 3D layouts while collaborating with supply chain, manufacturing, and R&D teams.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years of relevant experience, proficiency in EPLAN and SolidWorks Electrical, and a strong customer-oriented mindset to ensure robust and compliant designs in a dynamic production

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• 3–4 years of related electrical engineering experience.
• Proficient in English (intermediate+), able to read docs and write emails.
• Experience with EPLAN and SolidWorks Electrical.
• Experience designing electrical panels and boards for industrial use.

Responsibilities

• Develop and define electrical specifications and calculations for new and existing projects.
• Select electrical components considering cost, quality, sustainability, and performance.
• Design and review electrical schematics and 3D cabinet layouts for manufacturability.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to source materials and evaluate suppliers.
• Work with Manufacturing and Quality to prototype, validate designs and drive process improvements.
• Support R&D and participate in design reviews and testing of new technologies.
• Document best practices, guidelines, and internal procedures.
• Stay updated on industry standards and trends and propose improvements.
• Collaborate with Service Engineering to support installation and commissioning in the field.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Team collaboration

Cross-functional teamwork

Customer-oriented mindset

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

Solidworks Electrical

Job description

All of us at EFI are relentlessly focused on just one thing: the growth and success of the print business. That’s why tens of millions of print professionals worldwide turn to EFI to fuel their success.

Our 1,000+ worldwide team members prove our commitment to you every day by developing breakthrough technologies for the manufacturing of signage, packaging, textiles, ceramic tiles, and personalized documents, with a wide range of printers, inks, digital front ends, and a comprehensive business and production workflow suite that transforms and streamlines the entire production process, increasing your competitiveness and boosting productivity.

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our Business Unit in the Spanish office in Almazora (Castellón).

Job Description

• Develop and define electrical specifications and calculations to ensure optimal and compliant electrical design for new and existing projects.
• Select electrical components considering cost-efficiency, quality standards, sustainability, and performance to meet project and company objectives.
• Design and review electrical schematics and 3D cabinet layouts, ensuring accuracy, maintainability, and manufacturability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the Supply Chain team to identify innovative materials, evaluate new suppliers, and enhance procurement workflows.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Quality teams to define and build prototypes, validate designs, and drive continuous improvement in production processes.
• Contribute to R&D efforts, actively participating in design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and testing new technologies or design concepts.
• Support the standardization and documentation of best practices, electrical design guidelines, and internal procedures.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, standards, and emerging technologies, and proactively propose improvements or new approaches.
• Collaborate with the Service Engineering team to provide technical support during the installation and commissioning of electrical systems in the field, ensuring proper implementation of the designs and assisting in troubleshooting when required.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• 3 to 4 years of professional experience in electrical engineering roles, preferably related to industrial machinery or automation systems.
• Proficient in English (intermediate level or above), with the ability to:
  • Understand technical datasheets and international documentation.
  • Write professional emails and participate in technical conversations.
• Hands-on experience with electrical design software:
  • EPLAN.
  • Solidworks electrical valued.
• Proven experience in designing and developing electrical panels and boards for industrial applications.
• Understanding and handling of international electrical standards. Familiarity with UL508A and NFPA79 is a strong plus.
• Comfortable working with and managing technical documentation, including:
  • Electrical schematics, BOMs, layout drawings, specifications for outsourcing, and component listings.
  • Experience preparing and filling out electrical specifications for outsourced manufacturing and design projects.
• Experience in PCBA design valuable.
• Strong team collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.
• A customer-oriented mindset.