Electrical CAD Engineer

microTECH Global Limited; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

microTECH Global Limited is seeking an experienced Electrical CAD Engineer to join our growing engineering team in Southampton. You will produce high-quality electrical drawings and support projects from design through to completion.

You will work closely with engineers, clients and manufacturing teams to ensure drawings meet project requirements, technical standards and deadlines. The role demands attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience producing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and general arrangements.
• Strong understanding of electrical principles and three-phase systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong organisation and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Produce electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and general arrangements.
• Ensure drawings are accurate and completed to project deadlines.
• Work with engineers and clients to understand technical requirements.
• Update drawings to reflect manufacturing and As-Built changes.
• Follow company, project and industry drawing standards.
• Support the internal drawing review and approval process.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Maintain and develop technical knowledge.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Wiring diagrams

General arrangements

Electrical principles

Three-phase systems

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Job description

A great opportunity for an experienced Electrical CAD Engineer to join a growing engineering team, producing high-quality electrical drawings across a range of projects.

Job Title: Electrical CAD Engineer

Location: Southampton

Department: CAD
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £35,000 per annum

THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced Electrical CAD Engineer to join our CAD team. You will produce accurate, high-quality electrical drawings and support projects from design through to completion.

You will work closely with engineers, clients and manufacturing teams to ensure drawings meet project requirements, technical standards and deadlines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produce electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and general arrangements.
• Ensure drawings are accurate and completed to project deadlines.
• Work with engineers and clients to understand technical requirements.
• Update drawings to reflect manufacturing and As-Built changes.
• Follow company, project and industry drawing standards.
• Support the internal drawing review and approval process.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Maintain and develop technical knowledge.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years' experience producing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and general arrangements.
• Strong understanding of electrical principles and three-phase systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong organisation and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively as part of a team.

DESIRABLE

• EAL Level 3 Panel Wiring Certificate.
• Knowledge of metering and electrical/electronic panel manufacturing.