Electrical Design Engineer

SAACKE; Havant; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in industrial combustion plant is seeking a Design Engineer to join their Design Team in Havant. This role involves designing bespoke control systems using AutoCAD Electrical, ensuring compliance with UK electrical standards, and providing technical support. The position offers excellent career progression with training opportunities in automation and functional safety.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Casual dress on Fridays

Flexi-hours

Company pension

Free on-site parking

On-site gym

Qualifications

• Qualified to HNC or HND level in a relevant discipline.
• Strong understanding of UK electrical legislation (BS 7671, BS EN 60204).
• Experience in electrical engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Drafting control panel schematics and layout drawings in AutoCAD.
• Creating control panel parts lists/bill of materials.
• Undertaking functional testing and verification of control panels.

Skills

Electrical circuit theory

Control panel design

Proficient in CAD software

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

HNC or HND in electrical/electronic engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

MS Office

Job description

The Role

Reporting to the Design Manager, you will be an integral member of the Design Team; responsible for the design of bespoke control systems for a global OEM specialising in industrial combustion plant. The role will see you using AutoCAD Electrical to generate electrical schematics, layout drawings and cable schedules for bespoke industrial control panels, as well as compiling bill of materials, parts lists and other project–specific electrical documentation.

Whilst the position is office–based, you will still have plenty of opportunities to get hands on; undertaking functional testing and verification of control panels, supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) as well as occasional site visits to attend design meetings, conduct surveys, and assist the Field Service Team with fault finding and complex commissioning projects.

For candidates with an interest in automation or functional safety, there are also opportunities to support PLC and HMI software development, hazard studies, and functional safety assessments (BS EN 61508 and BS EN 61511) within this role.

The Candidate

The successful candidate is likely to be qualified to HNC or HND level in a relevant electrical/electronic engineering discipline, with a good understanding of electrical circuit theory, control panel design, proficient in the use of CAD software, and familiar with relevant UK electrical legislation (BS 7671, BS EN 60204, etc.). The successful candidate will be detail oriented and a strong problem solver; taking a methodical approach to their work to ensure an accurate and efficient workflow.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to progress their career in an electrical engineering/design role, with excellent training and career development opportunities available.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Drafting of control panel schematics and layout drawings in AutoCAD Electrical
• Creation of control panel parts lists/bill of materials (BOMs)
• Creation of cable schedules/block diagrams
• Creation of electrical project documentation (C&E, FAT, SAT, FDS, etc.)
• Undertake functional testing and verification of control panels
• Provide technical support to the Operations Team, Field Service Team, and Clients
• Occasional UK travel to assist on–site activities

Skills & Experience (Required)

• HNC or HND in a relevant electrical/electronic engineering discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• Strong understanding of electrical circuit theory and control panel design
• Knowledge of relevant UK electrical legislation (BS 7671 and BS EN 60204)
• Previous experience working in an electrical engineering environment (industrial, building services, HVAC, etc.)
• Proficient in the use of CAD software (AutoCAD preferred)
• Proficient in the use of MS Office
• Methodical thinker and problem solver
• Motivated, focused, and strong attention to detail

• Self–starter and able to manage own workload
• Full UK driving license

Skills & Experience (Desirable)

• Previous experience using AutoCAD Electrical
• Previous exposure to PLC and HMI software development, testing, and debugging
• Previous experience/knowledge of industrial combustion equipment and standards (BS EN 298, BS EN 676 etc.)
• Knowledge of functional safety standards (BS EN 61508 and BS EN 61511)
• 18th Edition (BS7671) qualified

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday leave + wellbeing leave
• Casual dress and half–days on Fridays
• Flexi–hours
• Company pension
• Free on–site parking
• On–site gym