Electrical Design Engineer

Mane Contract Services; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial automation specialist in Dorchester is hiring an Electrical Design Engineer. This role involves designing control systems and ensuring compliance with safety standards, requiring strong electrical engineering skills and relevant experience. The company offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a flexible working environment geared towards innovation and teamwork.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible, supportive working environment

Company pension & occupational sick pay

Free on-site parking

Generous travel and overnight allowances

Long-term career development

Qualifications

• Solid experience designing industrial electrical systems.
• Strong grasp of ISO 13849 / BS EN 60204 standards.
• UK citizenship required due to security sector demands.

Responsibilities

• Design control systems using EPLAN or similar.
• Develop 2D panel layouts and electrical schematics.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Design industrial control systems

Project management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

We're Hiring: Electrical Design Engineer – Robotics & Automation

Location: Dorchester

Competitive Salary Permanent Position

Immediate Start Flexible Working Hours

We're supporting one of the UK's leading industrial automation specialists in their search for a talented Electrical Design Engineer. Known for their work in robotics and aerospace, this company delivers cutting–edge, custom automation solutions to some of the most advanced sectors in the world.

If you're a detail–driven electrical designer with a passion for automation and innovation – this is your chance to join a forward–thinking team making a real impact.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Design industrial control systems using EPLAN (or similar)
• Develop 2D panel layouts and detailed electrical schematics
• Support cross–functional teams across design, build, and delivery
• Occasionally assist hands–on with fault–finding and workshop support
• Ensure systems meet safety and compliance standards (ISO 13849, BS EN 60204)
• Travel to client sites across the UK, including in aerospace and defence sectors

What We're Looking For:

• HNC/HND/Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Solid experience designing industrial electrical systems
• Strong grasp of relevant standards (ISO 13849 / BS EN 60204)
• Confident in managing projects independently and meeting deadlines
• A problem solver with a passion for innovation
• UK citizenship (due to sector security requirements)
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Familiarity with safety–critical systems and emergency stop design
• Workshop–level understanding of fault–finding and testing
• Excellent communication and documentation skills

Working Hours:

Mon–Thu: 08:30–17:00 Fri: 08:30–16:00

(Flexible start/finish times available)

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible, supportive working environment
• Company pension & occupational sick pay
• Free on–site parking
• Generous travel and overnight allowances
• Long–term career development on exciting, high–impact projects

Interested?

Apply now or send me a message for a confidential chat about the role.