Electrical Design Engineer

Automation Experts Ltd; Pentrecelyn; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation solutions provider in Wales is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to facilitate the electrical design and documentation of control panels and automation systems. The ideal candidate will have strong CAD skills, experience in designing industrial control systems, and a thorough understanding of electrical standards. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible working conditions, and the chance to work on varied projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Overtime and flexible working options

Hybrid working model

Opportunity to work on varied projects

Qualifications

• Experienced in electrical design for industrial control systems or automation equipment.
• Competent in the use of electrical design packages.
• Strong understanding of control panel layouts and wiring.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control systems and schematic drawings.
• Produce electrical layouts, wiring diagrams, and Bills of Materials.
• Specify electrical components including drives and PLCs.

Skills

Electrical design for industrial control systems

CAD software proficiency (AutoCAD Electrical / EPLAN)

Understanding of electrical standards

Ability to interpret customer specifications

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

SEE‑Electrical

Job description

An established and growing specialist in bespoke electrical control solutions, this company designs, manufactures, installs and commissions custom-built control panels and systems for a wide range of industrial applications. Due to ongoing expansion, they are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join their dedicated team.

Electrical Design Engineer

£45000-£50000+
Overtime, Flexi-Time, 37.5 hours
North Wales
Ref:25038

We are looking for an Electrical Design Engineer responsible for the electrical design and documentation of control panels and automation systems, supporting projects from concept through to commissioning.

The Role

• Design electrical control systems and schematic drawings using CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD Electrical / EPLAN).
• Produce electrical layouts, wiring diagrams, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Specify electrical components including drives, PLCs, instrumentation, and safety devices.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and customer specifications.
• Work closely with panel builders, software engineers and project managers to deliver complete solutions.
• Provide technical support during build, testing and commissioning phases.
• Occasionally attend customer sites for installation and commissioning support (UK only).

The Person

• Experienced in electrical design for industrial control systems or automation equipment.
• Competent in the use of an electrical design package i.e. Eplan, AutoCAD Electrical, SEE‑Electrical.
• Strong understanding of control panel layouts, wiring, and electrical standards (BS EN 60204, Machinery Directive, etc.).
• Able to interpret customer specifications and translate them into practical design solutions.
• Flexibility to support occasional site work as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Overtime and flexible working options.
• Hybrid working (typically 3 days on-site per week).
• Opportunity to work on varied, bespoke industrial automation projects.
• Located in North Wales, this role would be commutable from Wrexham, Chester, Mold, Whitchurch, Oswestry and surrounding areas.

For further information call Archie Worthing.