Electrical Design Engineer

Ashton Recruitment Ltd.; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days' annual leave

Bonus scheme

Health cash plan

Death in service benefit

Gym membership discount

Salary sacrifice schemes

High street discounts

Branded clothing allowance

Free will-writing service

Fully funded events

Job summary

Ashton Recruitment Ltd. is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer in Northern Ireland to join the engineering team.

You will design and develop electrical and electronic systems for new products, ensuring compliance with technical, regulatory and safety standards. The role requires a HND or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and at least five years of post-graduate experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks or EPLAN and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Eligible with HND or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Eng.
• Minimum 5 years' post-graduate experience in electrical design.
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks or EPLAN software.
• Strong knowledge of electrical regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics, wiring harnesses and panel layouts.
• Produce technical docs, drawings and parts lists.
• Carry out design analyses, simulations and testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for practical solutions.
• Ensure designs meet regulatory and safety standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Electrical drawings

Education

HND or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

EPLAN

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Northern Ireland
Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE
Hours of Work: Flexi-time | Early finish on Fridays
Job Type: Permanent

Due to continued growth and the development of new products, our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join their engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrical/electronic engineer to play a key role in the design and development of electrical systems, supporting new product development and the expansion of the existing product range.

What's in it for you?

• Salary of up to £60,000 DOE
• 30 days' annual leave
• Flexi-time
• Early finish on Fridays
• Bonus scheme
• Annual salary review
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Health cash plan
• Death in service benefit
• Gym membership discount
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• High street discounts
• Branded clothing allowance
• Free will-writing service
• Fully funded summer and Christmas events
• Fundraising events
• Bereavement leave
• Parental leave

The Role

Working as part of the engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and developing electrical and electronic systems, supporting new product development and ensuring designs meet the required technical, regulatory and safety standards.

Duties will include

• Designing electrical schematics, wiring harnesses and panel layouts
• Producing technical documentation, drawings, parts lists and work instructions
• Carrying out design analysis, simulations and testing to validate electrical systems
• Selecting and specifying electrical and electronic components
• Working closely with engineering and cross-functional teams to develop practical electrical solutions
• Liaising with PLC Software Engineers on control strategies for powertrain and driveline systems
• Supporting the development of new products and expansion of the existing product range
• Designing and supporting electrical testing methods to ensure product quality
• Providing technical engineering support and troubleshooting where required
• Ensuring designs comply with relevant regulations, electrical standards and safety requirements
• Maintaining compliance with the company's ISO 9001 Quality Management System
• Following all company Health & Safety procedures

Essential Criteria

• HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or relevant engineering experience
• Minimum 5 years' post-graduate experience in a similar electrical design engineering role
• Previous experience designing electrical schematics using recognised design software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks or EPLAN
• Experience working with electrified vehicle powertrain systems and/or off-road electrical systems
• Ability to read, interpret and create detailed electrical drawings
• Strong knowledge of current electrical regulations and design standards
• Experience drafting electrical designs to recognised electrical standards
• Strong technical drawing skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider engineering team

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be joining an established engineering environment and will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of new products and technologies while supporting the continued improvement of existing electrical systems.