Electrical Design Engineer

L. Packaging; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering firm is seeking a skilled Electrical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves creating electrical schematics, designing small power and lighting circuits, and ensuring compliance with UK and European standards. The position offers a secure, long-term opportunity with a focus on both design and commissioning, providing a chance to enhance your technical skills in a supportive environment. If you're looking for variety and career progression in a factory-based setup, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

25 Days Holiday

Pension Scheme

Death in Service Benefit

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in electrical design roles is necessary.
• Strong knowledge of 18th Edition / BS7671 is required.

Responsibilities

• Create electrical schematics and layout drawings for projects.
• Design small power and lighting circuits for various applications.
• Support commissioning and fault finding on-site.

Skills

Electrical Design

BS7671 Standards

Circuit Design

Cable Calculations

Project Management Engagement

Education

Level 3 or 4 in Electrical Installations/Engineering

City & Guilds 2391 or 2396

Tools

Amtech

Dialux

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leeds, West Yorkshire

White Label is representing a well-established engineering business in Wakefield involved in the design and build of technical systems for industrial use. They’re on the lookout for an Electrical Design Engineer to join their team and support project delivery from initial design through to test and commissioning. If you’ve got a background in designing 230v/400v small light and power circuits for heaters, battery chargers, sockets, lights, etc. – and you’re confident working to BS7671 and European electrical standards – this one’s for you.

My client is offering a salary of £45,000 - £55,000 plus:

1. Working hours: 37.5 hrs, Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 5:00pm, Friday 8:30am to 12:00pm. There is flexibility to start earlier/later to suit you.
2. Holiday allowance: 187.5 hrs (25 days) plus 8 Annual Bank Holidays
3. Pension: Work Scheme Pension with 5% contribution from employee and 3% contribution from employer total 8% after a 3-month trial period.
4. Other benefits: 2x Salary for Death in Service Benefit after a 3-month trial period.

Duties of the Electrical Design Engineer

• Create electrical schematics, wiring schedules, and layout drawings
• Design small power and lighting (SLP) circuits – heaters, sockets, lights, battery chargers etc.
• Assist with generator control systems and associated containment layouts
• Perform cable and lighting calculations using software (e.g. Amtech, Dialux)
• Engage with project managers, sales, and clients to ensure specs are met
• Support commissioning, fault finding, and on-site installation as required
• Ensure all designs meet relevant UK and European electrical standards
• Contribute to project documentation, reports, and proposals

Experience required of the Electrical Design Engineer

• Hands-on experience in a similar electrical design role
• Strong knowledge of 18th Edition / BS7671
• Competent in Microsoft Office and electrical design software
• Ideally qualified to Level 3 or 4 in electrical installations / engineering
• Experience with industrial systems, switchgear, generators, or control panels a bonus
• City & Guilds 2391 or 2396 would be advantageous

Reasons to join my client

• A secure, long-term role within a growing engineering team
• Real variety – supporting everything from design to commissioning
• Good progression for someone looking to deepen their technical skills
• Factory-based setup, working closely with engineers and project teams

This vacancy is being managed by Paul Smith. Apply now for immediate consideration.

Job Info

Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer
Company: CV-Library
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary: £45000 - £55000 Per annum
Posted:
Closes: May 18th 2025
Sector: Engineering
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time