Electrical Design Engineer

Hernshead Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer in the United Kingdom. This role offers the opportunity to design bespoke electrical systems while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 2 years of experience in design, along with proficiency in EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in electrical design within industrial or automation environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, control circuits, and panel building.
• Familiarity with standards such as IEC, UL, or NEC.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Interpret technical specifications and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with project teams for seamless integration of electrical systems.
• Create bills of materials and supporting documentation.
• Ensure designs meet industry regulations and quality procedures.

Skills

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

Electrical system design

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

With over 50 years of industry experienced delivering specialised and sustainable energy projects for mission critical systems this company will give you prime opportunity to design and deliver bespoke systems at the highest standards.

Looking for a detail-oriented and innovative Electrical Design Engineer with proven experience using EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical to join an engineering team, you will be responsible for creating detailed electrical schematics and layouts.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using EPLAN or AutoCAD.
• Interpret technical specifications and customer requirements to produce accurate designs and documentation.
• Collaborate with mechanical, controls, and project teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
• Create bills of materials (BOMs), cable schedules, and supporting documentation for manufacturing and installation.
• Ensure designs meet industry regulations, safety standards, and company quality procedures.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in electrical design within industrial or automation environments.
• Proficiency in EPLAN and/or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, control circuits, and panel building.
• Familiarity with standards such as IEC, UL, or NEC.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.