Electrical Design Engineer

Roc Search GmbH; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based engineering services company is looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer in Peterborough. Responsibilities include designing panel layouts, PLC wiring diagrams, and conducting safety assessments. Candidates should have an HNC/BTEC/NVQ3, 18th Edition qualification, and over 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary of £38,000 - £48,000 per annum, hybrid working, a car allowance, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Career development opportunities

Car allowance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience, ideally in industrial or FMCG environments.
• Strong understanding of safety systems.
• Confident in troubleshooting large control panels and machinery.

Responsibilities

• Design panel layouts, schematics, and LV distribution systems.
• Produce PLC wiring diagrams and I/O schedules.
• Conduct safety circuit design and risk assessments.

Skills

AutoCAD

PLC wiring

Instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Education

HNC/BTEC/NVQ3 in Electrical Engineering

18th Edition qualified

Tools

Amtech

Job description

A UK-based engineering services company is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join its growing team in Peterborough. The role involves end-to-end design of panel and field installations for automated control systems across industrial sites nationwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design panel layouts, schematics, and LV distribution systems.
• Produce PLC wiring diagrams, I/O schedules, and instrument loop diagrams.
• Conduct safety circuit design and risk assessments (BS EN ISO 13849/60261).
• Create technical documentation and support on-site commissioning.
• Liaise with project and site teams to meet deadlines safely and effectively.

Requirements:

• HNC/BTEC/NVQ3 in Electrical Engineering.
• 18th Edition qualified.
• 5+ years of engineering experience, ideally in industrial or FMCG environments.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Amtech (or similar).
• Strong understanding of PLC wiring, instrumentation, and safety systems.
• Confident in troubleshooting large control panels and machinery.

Benefits:

• £38,000 - £48,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working and UK site exposure.
• Career development through vocational and academic training.
• Involvement in high-profile, multi-sector projects.
• Car allowance.