Electrical Design Engineer

Galliford Try Group; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for an Electrical Design Engineer to join a leading contractor in Norwich. In this role, you will develop innovative electrical designs and cost-effective control solutions while collaborating closely with other departments. You will be at the forefront of implementing advanced technologies and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This dynamic position not only offers the chance to work on prestigious projects but also emphasizes personal growth through tailored training and a commitment to employee well-being. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and is dedicated to making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Cycle to Work schemes

Comprehensive pension plan

Save as You Earn share purchase scheme

Private medical scheme options

Paid yearly membership to professional association

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years experience in electrical design related to MCC, Switchgear, and Control Panels.
• Qualified to the 18th Edition to BS 7671 wiring regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost-effective control solutions and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Responsible for detailed design, specification, and FAT testing of control solutions.

Skills

Electrical Design

Control Solutions

Systems Integration

AutoCAD Electrical

BS EN 61439

BS EN 60204

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Complex Electrical Schematics

General Arrangement Drawings

Education

Relevant Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer

Norwich

What you will be doing:

An opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Design Engineer to join the team at Lintott, a Galliford Try business.

Reporting to the Technical Director, the role of the Electrical Design Engineer is primarily to:

• Develop and successfully implement cost-effective control solutions for projects that meet customer needs while adhering to relevant legislation and budget.
• Keep abreast of ever-changing technologies and implement proven technology that offers savings to the business.
• Be responsible for the detailed design, specification, implementation, and FAT testing of the control solution.
• Support Sales in the development of robust, cost-effective control solutions.
• Proactively Value Engineer the solution to identify alternative materials and scope change opportunities while meeting performance, quality, and compliance with Client/statutory standards, codes of practice, and requirements.
• Attend design reviews and submit designs for approval.
• Be on site and responsible for successful site commissioning (Hardware) and SAT testing (Hardware) of the control solution.
• Work within agreed Lintott Control Systems procedures and formats.
• Liaise with all interested departments on receipt of order and attend handover meetings as necessary.
• Maintain a close working relationship with all other departments to establish positive feedback on all contracts to ensure technical patterns are used for future reference.
• Assist with internal process development and identify and remove waste/non-value-added activities. Help maintain and develop procedures and systems to ensure the maintenance of manual and electronic filing systems.
• Assist where necessary in the event of holidays and sickness within the Engineering Team.
• Any other duties agreed from time-to-time with management.

About You:

• 1-3+ years relevant experience in electrical design (hardware) related to either/both MCC (DOL, ASD, Soft Start & VSD design), Switchgear, Control Panel, and LV Distribution/Electrical Installations.
• Competence in working in a Systems Integration Environment, closely working with Software Engineers to develop Functional Design specifications (FDS).
• Specification, design, installation, and commissioning of equipment with internal and/or external resources.
• Knowledge of BS EN 61439, BS EN 60204.
• Qualified to the 18^th Edition to BS 7671 wiring regulations.
• Experienced in producing Complex Electrical Schematics, General Arrangement Drawings, and BOM.
• Experience in using AutoCAD Electrical.

What We Can Offer in Return:

With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion, we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realize long-held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented, and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental well-being of all our people through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice, and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfill their potential.

Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where, and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity, and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.

Our benefits:

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays.
• A wide range of corporate discounts.
• Cycle to Work schemes.
• Comprehensive pension plan.
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme.
• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees, and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it.
• Paid for yearly membership to one recognized professional association relevant to your role.

About us:

Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain, and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.

For more information on this role or to inquire about other positions available within our business please contact [e-mail].

Additional Information:

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours, or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.

We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfill to make this application a positive experience for you.

Don’t meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meets the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

A full job description for this role is available upon request.

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