Electrical Design Engineer

Vantage Consulting; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer based in Burton-on-Trent. The role involves creating detailed electrical schematics and integrating control systems. Candidates should have proven experience in electrical design and proficiency with electrical CAD software like AutoCAD Electrical. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £65k, reflecting the need for high-quality design skills and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical design or control systems in manufacturing.
• Proficient in electrical CAD software like AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN.
• Understanding of IEC, UL, or BS EN standards for electrical design.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed electrical schematics and diagrams for control panels.
• Specify components to optimize system performance and costs.
• Develop control systems to ensure seamless functionality.

Skills

Electrical design

Control systems

Electrical CAD software

PLC programming

Microsoft Excel

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer
Burton-on-Trent
Up to 65k

Responsibilities

• Create detailed electrical schematics, layouts, and wiring diagrams for control panels, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and industry standards.
• Specify and source components such as PLCs, relays, HMIs, and sensors to optimize system performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and integrate control systems with broader industrial processes, ensuring seamless functionality.
• Produce high-quality design documentation, including BOMs (Bills of Materials), test procedures, and user manuals.
• Work closely with clients to interpret requirements, present design concepts, and incorporate feedback.
• Ensure designs meet relevant regulatory and safety standards; support testing and commissioning of systems when required.
• Identify opportunities to enhance design processes, reduce costs, and improve product reliability.
• Collaborate with production, proposals, and procurement teams to ensure smooth project delivery.

Qualifications

• Essential experience: Proven experience in electrical design, control systems, or a similar engineering role within manufacturing or industrial automation.
• Proficient in electrical CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical (Preferred), EPLAN, or similar).
• Familiarity with PLC programming, SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols is advantageous.
• Understanding of industry standards such as IEC, UL, or BS EN for electrical control panel design.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus