Control Panel Design Engineer

Jobs.co.uk; Kington; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday + statutory holidays +

Annual bonus

Accommodation and subsistence

Death in Service Benefit

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

PPE provided

Contributory Pension

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Company branded clothing

Full training

Job summary

The employer in Kington, Herefordshire is seeking a Control Panel Design Engineer to join the design team. The role involves producing electrical designs, selecting components, and preparing documentation for control panels.

Salary ranges from £32,500 to £50,000 and requires living within commuting distance of the site. The candidate should have relevant design experience, CAD proficiency, and a solid understanding of electrical schematics and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Formal electrical/electronic engineering qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Design control panels in accordance with customer and industry standards.
• Produce documentation packs using EPLAN Design Software.
• Provide technical support to other members of the business.
• Inspect and test control panels following internal procedures.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) with the customer; travel UK-wide and overnight stays as needed.
• On-site commissioning; travel UK-wide with overnight stays as needed.

Skills

CAD software

Electrical schematics

Electrical engineering

Education

Electrical/Electronic Engineering qualification

BTEC/NVQ Level 3 or above

Tools

EPLAN Design Software

Job description

About The Role

A Control Panel Design Engineer is required to join the design team of a respected manufacturer serving the process, water and wastewater sectors. Based in Kington, Herefordshire, this full-time, permanent position offers a salary between £32,500 and £50,000, dependent on experience and qualifications. Working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, the successful applicant will report to the Panel Design Manager and must live within a practical commuting distance of the site. Responsibilities include producing electrical designs, selecting components, and preparing documentation for control panels. Candidates should possess relevant design experience, proficiency with CAD software, and a solid understanding of electrical schematics and industry standards.

Job Details

Job Title: Control Panel Design Engineer

Based: Kington, Herefordshire, HR5

Hours: 40pw, Monday to Friday

Pay: £32,500 - £50,000 depending on experience/qualifications

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.