Electrical Design Engineer

Wallace Hind Selection LTD; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Life Assurance

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

4 day week (36 hours)

Job summary

Wallace Hind Selection is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to contribute to the design of bespoke automation systems for a variety of industries. You will translate concepts into electrical and pneumatic control solutions, from architecture through to customer acceptance.

You’ll work with PLCs, HMIs, servo drives and robotics, collaborating with mechanical and software engineers to deliver integrated systems and robust documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience designing industrial electrical or control systems.
• Solid understanding of electrical and pneumatic design.
• Knowledge of UL508A Industrial Control Panels.
• Experience using safety software such as Sistema or Pilz.
• Familiarity with electrical design software like EPLAN.
• Knowledge of PLC/automation hardware from major vendors.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical and pneumatic control systems for bespoke automation machinery.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring schedules, and technical documentation.
• Develop control architectures and select appropriate components (PLCs, HMIs, drives, robots).
• Collaborate with mechanical, software engineers and project managers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Support manufacturing during assembly and testing and assist with acceptance tests.

Skills

Electrical design

Control systems

Industrial automation

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

EPLAN

Siemens PLCs

Pilz safety

Sistema safety

ROCKWELL/ Mitsubishi

Job description

If you're an Electrical Design Engineer who enjoys seeing your ideas come to life, this could be exactly the challenge you've been looking for. You'll be part of a talented engineering team designing bespoke automation systems for some of the world's most innovative industries, including medical devices, aerospace, automotive and advanced manufacturing. Every project is different, every solution is bespoke, and your work will have a real impact from day one.

BASIC SALARY

up to £60,000

BENEFITS

• Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• 4 day week (36 hours)

LOCATION

Plymouth

COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS

Plympton, Ivybridge, Torpoint, Saltash Liskeard, Callington, Tavistock

JOB DESCRIPTION

Electrical Design Engineer - Industrial Machinery, Manufacturing

As our Electrical Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing electrical and pneumatic control systems for bespoke automation machinery, taking projects from concept through to successful customer acceptance.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Meeting with customers and the sales team to understand project requirements
• Developing electrical system architecture and control designs
• Specifying industrial control components including PLCs, HMIs, servo drives, robots, VSDs and more
• Producing electrical schematics, wiring schedules and complete technical documentation
• Creating parts lists, safety requirement specifications, risk assessments and CE documentation
• Working closely with mechanical engineers, software engineers and project managers to deliver integrated solutions
• Supporting manufacturing during assembly and testing
• Attending Factory and Site Acceptance Tests with customers

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Electrical Design Engineer - Industrial Machinery, Manufacturing

We're looking for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise with creative problem-solving.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience designing industrial electrical or control systems
• A solid understanding of electrical and pneumatic design
• Knowledge of UL508A Industrial Control Panels
• Experience using Sistema or Pilz safety software
• Familiarity with EPLAN (or similar electrical design software)
• Knowledge of PLC and automation hardware from manufacturers such as Siemens, Rockwell, Omron, Mitsubishi or B&R
• An understanding of machinery safety standards including BS EN (phone number removed) and ISO13849
• A formal qualification in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Design

THE COMPANY

We are dedicated to delivering innovative engineering and automation solutions that drive efficiency, quality, and long-term success. With decades of experience across a diverse range of industries, our group brings together specialist teams under one collaborative vision - to put customers first, think ahead, and provide intelligent, integrated solutions. From bespoke design and manufacturing to technical distribution and marine systems, we work closely with our partners to solve complex challenges and build a better future through automation.

Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.

REF: AM18588, Wallace Hind Selection