Electrical Design Engineer

TieTalent; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering service provider in Peterborough is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to lead the design of panel installations and control systems. The role requires a solid background in electrical engineering, proficiency in AutoCAD, and a minimum of 5 years of experience. Candidates should possess relevant electrical qualifications and have a strong understanding of machine safety protocols. The company offers competitive compensation and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience.
• Experience in electrical design within food and beverage manufacturing.
• Ability to design machinery safety circuits.

Responsibilities

• Generate panel layouts and bills of materials.
• Perform cable calculations and design PLC wiring diagrams.
• Lead project commissioning and safety validation.

Skills

Knowledge of machine safety and safety circuits

Knowledge of PLC control wiring systems

Experience with AutoCAD

Understanding of industrial automation standards

Confidence in fault finding within large control panels

Education

Electrical qualifications such as HNC, BTEC, and/or NVQ Level 3

18th Edition wiring regulations

Experience in electrical design within industrial environments

Tools

AutoCAD

Amtech

Job description

About

We are March, the UK's leading provider of critical engineering services. Our expertise as a multi-disciplinary engineering partner across infrastructure, process, and digital services has led to long-term partnerships with leading organizations in various sectors, including food and drink, utilities, and high-security industries such as defence, aerospace, and nuclear.

Opportunity

We have an opening for an Electrical Design Engineer based at our offices in Peterborough and across sites around the UK. The role involves designing panel and field installations from concept to on-site commissioning, focusing on automated control systems.

Key Responsibilities

1. Generate panel layouts and bills of materials.
2. Perform LV distribution and cable calculations.
3. Create electrical control schematic diagrams.
4. Develop instrument loop diagrams and cable block diagrams.
5. Design PLC wiring diagrams and I/O schedules.
6. Design machinery safety circuits and conduct risk assessments in accordance with BS EN ISO 13849/60261.
7. Prepare supporting technical and installation documentation.
8. Liaise with site teams to meet project deadlines.
9. Lead project commissioning and safety validation.

Skills and Experience

1. Knowledge or experience of machine safety and safety circuits; understanding component SIL and machine PL ratings is advantageous but training can be provided.
2. Knowledge of PLC control wiring systems, instrumentation, and motor starter control types.
3. Experience with AutoCAD, Amtech, or equivalent software.
4. Understanding of standards related to industrial automation and controls design.
5. Confidence in fault finding within large control panels and machinery.

Qualifications

1. Electrical qualifications such as HNC, BTEC, and/or NVQ Level 3.
2. 18th Edition wiring regulations.
3. Experience in electrical design within industrial environments or food and beverage manufacturing.
4. Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience.

What We Offer

1. A competitive salary and benefits package.
2. An employer committed to employee wellbeing.
3. Opportunities for career development within a growing business.

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities upon request.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• AutoCAD proficiency

Location

Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

Work Experience

Hardware experience preferred

Languages

English