Electrical Design Engineer

Automation Experts Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation firm in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer. This role involves creating layout drawings, liaising with suppliers, and supporting commissioning teams on cutting-edge projects in automation. The ideal candidate possesses an HND in Electrical Engineering and significant experience in Eplan software. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact large-scale robot assembly projects for notable UK manufacturers.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Eplan electrical design software.
• Prior experience in bespoke machine building and design.
• Understanding of UKCA/CE Technical file creation.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate 2D layout drawings for electrical panel builds.
• Liaise with suppliers for component selection.
• Support the commissioning team for successful FAT and SAT.

Skills

Eplan electrical design software

Electrical load calculations

Communication skills

Time management

Education

HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Recruitment Specialist - Control & Automation Technology. This West Midlands-based company is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support in delivering cutting-edge automation and control projects. Work across automotive, materials handling and logistics sectors with a small, rapidly developing team of experienced professionals. Be at the forefront of innovation, supporting large-scale robot assembly projects while contributing to projects for leading UK manufacturers.

Electrical Design Engineer
Birmingham, West Midlands
Ref: 24870

The Role

• Use discussions and technical documents to determine customer requirements
• Create accurate 2D layout drawings for electrical panel build system IO layout
• Liaise with suppliers to determine appropriate component selection
• Produce bills of materials (BOMs) accurately
• Support the commissioning team to ensure successful FAT and SAT
• Carry out design calculations either by hand or using software to verify suitability and performance
• Collaborate with the wider design teams and departments to improve functions and processes and participate in design reviews

The Person

• HND level or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or industry experience
• Extensive experience with Eplan electrical design software
• Experience with hand calculations for drive systems, electrical loadings and current ratings
• Excellent communication skills with strong time management and the ability to prioritise workload
• Prior experience in bespoke/special purpose machine building and design
• Ability to deal with customers, suppliers and internal departments
• Understanding and experience of UKCA/CE Technical file creation including carrying out risk assessments

This role is based in the West Midlands and is commutable from Birmingham, Solihull, Tamworth, Redditch and nearby areas.

For further information contact Sharon Hill on 01902 212000 or 07764 208419. Email: [e-mail]

Employment details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Design
• Industries: Automation Machinery Manufacturing

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