Automation Electrical Design Engineer – Career Growth

Permanent Futures Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Manufacturing Futures is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join a supportive team in automation, electrical design, and control systems. This role suits a graduate or early-career engineer aiming for a long-term career in industrial automation.

You will design control systems, produce schematics with CAD, support PLC/HMI programming, create BOMs, and work under guidance from senior engineers while developing technical expertise.

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• Experience or exposure to PLCs and control systems.
• Proficient with electrical CAD software such as AutoCAD or similar.
• Previous experience in an Electrical Design Engineer or automation-related role.
• Willingness to learn and develop within electrical and automation engineering; UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical and electronic control systems for automated machinery
• Produce electrical schematics and system drawings using CAD software
• Support PLC, HMI and automation programming activities
• Create BOMs and supporting technical documentation
• Work on assigned projects with guidance from a senior engineer or mentor
• Assist with technical queries and problem-solving within the engineering team
• Investigate and evaluate new automation technologies

Skills

PLC experience

Automation knowledge

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

UK Driving Licence

Education

Electrical or Electronic Engineering degree / HNC / HND

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Manufacturing Futures is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join a supportive team in automation, electrical design, and control systems. This role suits a graduate or early-career engineer aiming for a long-term career in industrial automation.

You will design control systems, produce schematics with CAD, support PLC/HMI programming, create BOMs, and work under guidance from senior engineers while developing technical expertise.