Electrical CAD Designer in Ipswich, Suffolk

Energy Jobline CVL; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering recruitment firm is looking for a CAD Design Engineer to join their team near Stowmarket, Suffolk. The position offers a competitive salary range of £43,000 to £55,000 plus benefits. Responsibilities include creating electrical schematics and supporting production teams. Ideal candidates will possess CAD design experience and an understanding of electrical systems. This is a full-time on-site role with structured training and a company pension.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Structured training and development

Company pension

Additional holidays with service

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven CAD design experience required.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and industrial automation essential.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Produce project documentation including BOMs and cable schedules.
• Work closely with project managers and cross-functional teams.

Skills

CAD design experience

Understanding of electrical systems

Problem-solving mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN Pro Panel

Job description

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CAD Design Engineer - Open only to Full UK living and working in the UK

Location: Near Stowmarket, Suffolk

Salary: £43,000–£55,000 + Benefits & Bonus

Join a forward-thinking engineering business specialising in industrial automation and electrical systems, design and deliver high-quality engineered solutions, due to continued growth they are expanding the design team.

My client seeks an CAD Design Engineer to take a key role in developing electrical schematics, control panels and wiring systems. This role offers technical variety, hands‑on collaboration with manufacturing teams, and the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and product innovation.

What you’ll do

• Create detailed electrical schematics, panel layouts & wiring diagrams in EPLAN Pro Panel, Training is provided to get you up to speed
• Produce project documentation (BOMs, cable schedules, terminal plans)
• Work closely with project managers & cross‑functional teams
• Support manufacturing with technical input & design queries
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (IEC/UL/EN)
• Participate in design reviews & improvement initiatives

What you’ll bring

• Proven CAD design experience
• Strong understanding of electrical systems & industrial automation
• Ability to interpret standards & apply best practice
• Strong problem‑solving mindset & high attention to detail
• Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (advantageous)

Why join?

• £43k–£55k salary + annual bonus
• Structured training & development
• Additional holidays with service
• Company pension & sick pay
• EV charging, on‑site parking & company events

Hours

Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (on‑site)

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