Electrical Design Engineer

Vertiv Co; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Derry/Londonderry is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join their team. The role involves preparing detailed electrical schematics and collaborating with design teams to ensure compliance with standards. Candidates should have a relevant engineering qualification or experience, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in design software. This position offers a market-leading salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 3rd level qualification in Engineering or 5 years relevant experience in a similar role.
• Aptitude for problem solving and ability to apply this to electrical control design.
• Accurate and detail-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical schematics, single line diagrams, and bills of materials.
• Collaborate with design and project management teams to ensure project success.
• Ensure compliance with IEC/IET/IEE standards.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

3rd level qualification in Engineering

5 years relevant experience

Tools

AutoCad

SEE Electrical

Job description

Overview

Vertiv is the largest electrical switchgear manufacturer in the UK & Ireland, pioneering unique in-house integrated power solutions tailored to each individual client project. We believe that our people are our best asset and have invested in a highly qualified and experienced team of Engineers to work in our manufacturing facilities across three continents. With over 30 years of experience in delivering high-quality integrated power solutions, we are experts in providing technical services, project management services, and unrivalled customer support for every client project.

Our LV & MV Switchgear divisions design and manufacture electrical distribution equipment for business-critical applications throughout Europe. Due to continued growth, Vertiv is seeking to recruit ambitious and motivated Electrical Design Engineers to join our team. The successful candidates will use intuitive and established electrical design standards to create design solutions that comply with client functional design specifications. This position is best suited to someone who enjoys being technically challenged and applying electrical principles to produce successful solutions in a busy design office, with proximity to the manufacturing environment to test and prove theoretical designs. You will be rewarded with a market-leading salary, excellent opportunities for development, and extensive technical support. This is an opportunity to become a key part of the ongoing success of one of Ireland’s leading engineering companies.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the MV Electrical design Manager this position presents an excellent opportunity for a qualified professional pertaining to design and controls engineering functions of power distribution equipment. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Prepare detailed electrical schematics, single line diagrams and communications network drawings in compliance with customer drawing packages, specifications and pre-established budget.
• Preparation of electrical bill of materials.
• Collaborate with mechanical and automation design teams along with project management to identify and resolve issues as well as ensuring the successful completion of projects
• Using knowledge of IEC/IET/IEE standards to ensure products are designed to comply with all relevant electrical regulations and standards
• Work with the project management team to ensure all project timelines and goals are met or exceeded on multiple projects at any given time.

Qualifications

• 3rd level qualification in Engineering or 5 years relevant experience in a similar role
• Aptitude for problem solving and ability to apply this to electrical control design
• An adaptability to respond to a fast-moving business environment
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Display a proactive flexible approach to working within a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Knowledge of Medium / low voltage switchgear and basic understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Proven experience in a related position / comparable role involving exposure to design software like AutoCad, SEE Electrical, etc