Electrical Design Engineer

PROFITEC SOLUTIONS LTD; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Profitec Solutions in Cookstown, Northern Ireland, is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join the Control Panel Design team. You will design and deliver EICA systems, develop electrical and control designs, and create technical documentation while coordinating with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

The role involves supporting construction and commissioning, reviewing panel designs, assisting with equipment specification and selection, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (EICA) design engineering.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, PLCs, SCADA systems and control system architectures.
• Experience producing electrical and control designs, including technical documentation and I/O schedules.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver EICA systems and control architectures.
• Produce electrical and control designs with technical documentation and I/O schedules.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
• Collaborate with clients and internal project teams.

Skills

Technical foundation

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

EPLAN design software

Job description

Are you an Electrical Design Engineer looking to work on innovative projects that make a real difference? We are seeking a motivated and technically capable individual to join our growing design team in Cookstown, supporting the delivery of electrical, instrumentation, control and automation solutions across water and wastewater treatment projects

Vacancy Introduction

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a key role within our Control Panel Design team, taking responsibility for the design and delivery of EICA (Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation) systems while working closely with clients and internal project teams. You will develop electrical and control system designs, produce technical documentation, support control strategy development, and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery. The role also involves providing technical support during construction and commissioning, reviewing panel designs, assisting with equipment specification and selection, and ensuring all solutions meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone with a strong technical foundation, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a passion for delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Profitec Solutions

Profitec Solutions is part of Browne Group, a leading contractor in the UK water and civil engineering sectors. We play a key role in delivering the smart systems that power and protect the UK’s water and utilities infrastructure.

Operating from our dedicated factory in Cookstown, Northern Ireland, we design and build intelligent control and automation systems that help treatment sites operate safely, efficiently and with real-time visibility. Our in-house team delivers everything from high-quality MCC panel manufacturing to full process automation, SCADA integration and off-site electrical builds, supporting projects across the UK.

Our factory-built systems reduce time on site, improve safety and ensure consistent quality. With a strong track record across the UK and Ireland, we’re trusted by major water authorities to deliver reliable, future-ready control systems.

We offer opportunities for people with a wide range of skills and backgrounds, from hands-on engineering to digital systems and project support. At Profitec, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, precision and continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (EICA) design engineering.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, PLCs, SCADA systems and control system architectures.
• Experience producing electrical and control designs, including technical documentation and I/O schedules.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

Desirable

• Experience working within the water or wastewater sector.
• Familiarity with EPLAN design software.
• Experience supporting construction, commissioning, and testing activities.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking engineering team delivering essential infrastructure projects. You'll have the chance to work on technically challenging schemes, develop your expertise in EICA design, and contribute to projects that support sustainable water and wastewater services.

If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career and help deliver innovative solutions for critical infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.