Control Panel Design Engineer

Recruitment Helpline Ltd; Kington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in Kington seeks a Control Panel Design Engineer to design and test control panels in line with customer requirements. Responsibilities include producing documentation and providing technical support, with required qualifications in Electrical/Electronic Engineering. The position offers a salary range of £30,000 to £40,000 based on experience, along with various benefits such as annual leave and bonuses.

Benefits

30 days annual holiday

Annual bonus

Contributory Pension

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Formal Electrical/Electronic Engineering Qualification is essential.
• Design experience for Control Panels is desirable.
• Full valid driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Design control panels according to standards.
• Produce documentation packs using EPLAN.
• Conduct inspections and tests for control panels.

Skills

Electrical components knowledge

Ability to work independently

Creative thinking

Experience using basic electrical installation tools

Education

BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

CAD Design Packages

EPLAN Design Software

Job description

Job Title: Control Panel Design Engineer

Based: Kington, Herefordshire, HR5

Hours: 40pw, Monday to Friday

Pay: £30,000 - £40,000 depending on experience/qualifications

Previous Applicants Need Not Apply

An opportunity has arisen for a Control Panel Design Engineer to join our Control Panel Design Team. The successful candidate will live within an easy commute to Kington, Herefordshire and report to the Panel Design Manager. The company is a well‑known and well‑respected business that designs, manufactures and installs electrical control panels for the process, water and wastewater industries. Our aim over the next 5 years is to expand the Control Panel Manufacturing side of the business bringing in further projects from new and existing customers.

Please note:

• Successful candidate must easily and reliably commute or plan to relocate
• Successful candidate will be subject to full pre‑employment screening checks, including references and right to work verification
• Visa sponsorship not offered; applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK

Main Duties

• Design control panels in accordance with Customer and Industry Standards
• Produce documentation packs using the latest version of EPLAN Design Software
• Provide technical support to other members of the business
• Carry out the inspection and testing of control panels, following internal inspection and testing procedures
• Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing with the customer. This may require travelling around the UK and overnight stays when necessary
• On‑site commissioning. This may require travelling around the UK and overnight stays when necessary

Requirements

• Formal Electrical/Electronic Engineering Qualification, BTEC/NVQ Level 3 or above (essential)
• Experience designing Control Panels and Motor Control Centres (MCC’s) (desirable)
• Experience using CAD Design Packages (desirable)
• Knowledge and understanding of Electrical components, circuits and systems (essential)
• Experience designing for hazardous area applications (desirable)
• Able to work independently and as part of a small team (essential)
• Experience using basic electrical installation tools and testing equipment in a safe manner (desirable)
• Experience building control panels (desirable)
• Testing and fault‑finding experience (desirable)
• Self‑motivated, creative thinker with the drive to deliver quality designs that meet the customers requirements (essential)
• JIB/CSCS and EUSR Card (desirable - training provided if not held)
• COMPEX EX 12 (desirable)
• Full valid driving licence required (essential)
• Experience within the water, wastewater and process industry (desirable)

Benefits

• 30 days annual holiday including 8 statutory holidays plus additional holiday after 3 years continuous service up to a maximum of 33 days
• Annual bonus depending on personal and company performance
• Accommodation and subsistence costs paid
• Death in Service Benefit (up to age 65)
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Pay
• All appropriate and relevant PPE provided
• Contributory Pension
• Free on‑site parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Company branded clothing available
• Full training where required will be provided

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.