Electrical Design Engineer

Nordson; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Company healthcare scheme

Group personal pension plan – 4% min,

25 days annual holiday entitlement

Free parking

Hybrid working: 2 days remote, 3 days在

Job summary

Nordson Test & Inspection in Colchester, United Kingdom seeks an Electrical Design Engineer to support electrical/electronic design and testing of X-Ray and Bond Test products, and to maintain existing products.

You will design electrical panels, PCBs and wiring, prototype electrical components, and contribute to BOM management. Travel between Colchester and nearby sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree level education or demonstrable equivalent experience.
• Several years experience designing electrical/electronic systems in an industrial setting.
• Experience in designing electromechanical systems (e.g., robotics, production automation).
• Extensive experience designing electrical panels for industrial systems (circuit breakers, contactors).
• Experience specifying and designing wiring looms for electrical machinery.
• CAD experience (AutoCAD, Inventor, Cadstar)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and layout of electrical support systems for X‑Ray and Bond Test machinery.
• Design and document electrical panels, PCBs and general machine wiring.
• Perform basic mechanical design for electro‑mechanical elements of machines.
• Practical electrical and electronic prototyping.
• Specify, document and manage electrical bills of materials.
• Support and improve electrical design of existing product range.

Skills

Electrical design experience

Prototyping

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Cadstar

Job description

Nordson Test & Inspection is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Design Engineer to join our team in Colchester, United Kingdom.

Summary of the role

You will support the electrical and electronic design and testing of new X‑Ray and Bond Test products, and maintain existing products.

Role and Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and layout of electrical support systems for X‑Ray and Bond Test machinery.
• Design and document electrical panels, PCBs and general machine wiring.
• Perform basic mechanical design for electro‑mechanical elements of machines.
• Practical electrical and electronic prototyping.
• Specify, document and manage electrical bills of materials.
• Support and improve electrical design of existing product range.

Skills and Qualifications

• Degree level education or demonstrable equivalent experience.
• Several years experience designing electrical/electronic systems in an industrial setting.
• Experience in designing electromechanical systems (e.g., robotics, production automation).
• Solid experience working as part of a team on medium to large engineering projects.
• Extensive experience designing electrical panels for industrial systems (circuit breakers, contactors).
• Experience specifying and designing wiring looms for electrical machinery.
• CAD experience (preferably AutoCAD, Inventor, Cadstar).
• Good practical electrical/electronic prototyping and testing skills.
• Knowledge of relevant electrical safety standards (IEC 61010, NPA 79).
• Team player with a proactive problem‑resolution approach.
• Strong verbal, written and presentation communication skills.
• High flexibility in a continuously changing environment.

Travel

Regular travel between Aylesbury and Colchester as business needs dictate, with occasional international travel.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule.
• Company healthcare scheme after successful completion of the 3‑month probationary period.
• Group personal pension plan – 4% minimum employee contribution, 6% employer contribution after probation.
• 25 days annual holiday entitlement plus public holidays.
• Free parking.
• Hybrid working: 2days a week remote at home, 3days a week at the office.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Nordson Test & Inspection is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.