Electrical Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Electrical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves designing and developing motor control and power distribution panels tailored to client specifications. You will interpret client requirements, prepare detailed designs, and ensure compliance with safety standards. The company values innovation and offers ongoing training to enhance your skills. If you have a passion for electrical design and a strong problem-solving aptitude, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of electrical experience or relevant qualification.
• Experience in design of electrical control systems.

Responsibilities

• Interpret clients' requirements in the design phase.
• Prepare detailed electrical design and drawings.
• Ensure compliance with specifications and safety regulations.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Understanding of Engineering Drawings

Education

Electrical Engineering Qualification

Tools

EPlan

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

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Title: Electrical Design Engineer
Reports to: Design Manager
Based at: Cookstown

Job Purpose:

To work as part of a manufacturing team, designing and developing a range of motor control & power distribution panels to clients' specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for interpreting clients' requirements in the design phase of projects.
2. Preparation of detailed electrical design and general arrangement drawings for the manufacture of motor control & power distribution panels.
3. Ensure compliance throughout the development of assigned projects with all relevant specifications, standards, and safety regulations.
4. Preparation of bills of materials for procurement.
5. Preparation of documentation for testing, inspection, and commissioning of electrical systems.
6. Assisting with the preparation of tenders.
7. Participate in design/process reviews for products as required.
8. Engage in problem-solving and brainstorming, both individually and as part of the design team.
9. Maintain and update electronic files, using electronic document management software.
10. Liaise and build effective working relationships with Enisca clients.
11. Keep up to date with changes to applicable UK and European legislation.
12. Keep up to date with technological advances and new products.
13. Develop personal skills and capability through ongoing training, as provided by the company or elsewhere, subject to company approval.
14. Undertake any other duties considered commensurate with the experience of the post holder and the requirements of the post.

Candidate Criteria:

Qualifications / Knowledge

• Essential: Ideally hold electrical engineering qualification; suitable and related previous design experience in switchgear, automation, and electrical control systems will also be considered.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
• UK Driver's License, access to own transport, and willingness to travel within the UK and Ireland.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of various electrical design software packages.

Experience:

• Essential: 5 years of electrical experience (or relevant qualification as above).
• Desirable: Experience in the design of electrical control systems, experience in EPlan & AutoCAD, previous experience in the water industry.

Skills and Abilities:

• Essential: Natural aptitude for logical problem solving, ability to learn and adapt to new technology, ability to work on own initiative, excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision, ability to build relationships internally and externally with colleagues and clients, understanding of engineering drawings.
• Desirable: Project management skills.