Electrical Design Engineer

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Career Progression Opportuni

Office-based role

Job summary

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd in Rochdale is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to manage projects from client brief through to detailed electrical designs and technical drawings. You will collaborate with clients, project managers and installation teams to ensure successful delivery of projects.

NVQ Level 4 in Electrical Engineering and strong AutoCAD skills are required, along with a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer.
• NVQ Level 4 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong AutoCAD/CAD design experience.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Meeting with clients to discuss project requirements, specifications, and electrical design solutions.
• Conducting site surveys and attending customer meetings as required.
• Producing detailed electrical designs and technical drawings using AutoCAD and other CAD software.
• Preparing and presenting design proposals to clients.
• Updating and modifying drawings in line with client feedback and project requirements.
• Ensuring all designs comply with current industry regulations and standards.
• Liaising with project managers, estimators, and site teams throughout project delivery.
• Supporting projects through all stages, from design through to installation and handover.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD

Project coordination

Client-facing

Documentation

Education

NVQ Level 4 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Salary: GBP40,000 – GBP50,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full–Time (Office–Based)
Benefits: Excellent Career Progression Opportunities

Join One of the North West's Leading Electrical Contractors

Time Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a highly respected and established electrical contractor delivering innovative electrical solutions across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects throughout the North West.

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join their expanding team in Rochdale. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a strong electrical background who is looking for long–term career development within a growing and successful business.

The Role

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for managing projects from initial client consultation through to completed electrical designs and technical drawings. Working closely with clients, project managers, estimators, and installation teams, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of projects from concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Meeting with clients to discuss project requirements, specifications, and electrical design solutions
• Conducting site surveys and attending customer meetings as required
• Producing detailed electrical designs and technical drawings using AutoCAD and other CAD software
• Preparing and presenting design proposals to clients
• Updating and modifying drawings in line with client feedback and project requirements
• Ensuring all designs comply with current industry regulations and standards
• Liaising with project managers, estimators, and site teams throughout project delivery
• Supporting projects through all stages, from design through to installation and handover

Candidate Requirements Essential

• Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer
• Strong electrical background with experience in electrical installation or contracting environments
• NVQ Level 4 in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent qualification
• Strong AutoCAD/CAD design experience
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings, and client requirements
• Excellent communication and client–facing skills
• Strong attention to detail and problem–solving abilities
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable

• Experience working for an electrical contractor or subcontractor
• Knowledge of commercial and industrial electrical systems
• Experience supporting projects through the full project lifecycle

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of GBP40,000 – GBP50,000 per annum
• Permanent position with a well–established and growing contractor
• Clear progression pathway into Senior Engineer and Management positions
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects
• Supportive, professional, and collaborative working environment
• Long–term career stability and job security
• Exposure to prestigious projects across the North West