Electrical Design Engineer

Flex; Barnard Castle; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in production engineering is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Blackburn to oversee product lifecycles and support manufacturing processes. The role involves designing switchboards, resolving design challenges, and contributing to continuous improvement in a dynamic environment. Opportunities for growth and flexible working arrangements are provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Enhanced leave and bonuses

Insurance and wellness support

Flexible working options

Travel opportunities

Discounts for well-being support

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical engineering, production or design.
• Knowledge of switchgear.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing electrical switchboards and related products.
• Ensuring drawings are accurate and clear for manufacturing.
• Supporting production to resolve design issues.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Design

Communication

Proactive

Detail-oriented

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

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Electrical Design Engineer, Barnard Castle

Client: Flex

Location: Blackburn

Job Category: Production Engineering

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

45580705415d

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

Job Summary

To support our teams who build great products, we're looking for an Electrical Design Engineer (Modular) based in Blackburn. Reporting to the Electrical Design Manager, you'll be part of a team that works across multiple disciplines to oversee the product lifecycle and develop standard modular drawings, liaising with Project Managers and supporting production and testing activities.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing electrical switchboards and related products for production;
• Ensuring drawings are accurate and clear for manufacturing;
• Supporting production and testing to resolve design issues;
• Participating in shop floor and site operations, including client witness testing;
• Identifying and mitigating risks throughout projects;
• Contributing to team development and continuous improvement activities.

Desired experience:

• Experience in electrical engineering, production or design;
• Knowledge of switchgear is advantageous;
• Experience with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical;
• Strong communication skills;
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure.

Benefits include:

• Fulfilling work environment with recognition and growth opportunities;
• Competitive salary with annual reviews;
• Enhanced leave, bonuses, insurance, and wellness support;
• Flexible, remote, or hybrid working options;
• Travel opportunities (role dependent);
• Support for well-being and access to discounts.

At Flex, we value diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities. To apply, please complete the application process.