Electrical Design Engineer

HSB Technical; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to design and deliver high-quality electrical solutions for critical power applications. This role involves expertise in power distribution and electrical infrastructure, ensuring reliability in mission-critical environments such as data centers and healthcare facilities. You will be responsible for designing electrical systems, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Join a dynamic team that values ongoing training and career development, while enjoying competitive pay and a range of benefits that enhance your work-life balance. If you are passionate about electrical engineering and looking for a rewarding opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Van

Mobile

Laptop

Enhanced holiday

Gym and fitness privileges

Health and Wellbeing benefits

Employee retail discount schemes

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience required.
• Strong IT and CAD proficiency essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems including control panels and UPS.
• Conduct FAT/SAT testing and provide technical support.
• Plan and schedule design projects to meet deadlines.

Skills

Electrical Design

Power Distribution

Troubleshooting

PLC Programming

Project Management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

ONC/HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Position: Electrical Design Engineer

Job ID: 1799/59

Location: Hampshire

Rate/Salary: GBP45,000 - GBP50,000

Type: Permanent

Benefits:

• Van, Mobile, Laptop
• Competitive pay and benefits that reflect your skills and experience.
• Ongoing training and development to support your career progression.
• Enhanced holiday
• Gym and fitness privileges
• Health and Wellbeing benefits including on demand GP services
• Employee retail discount schemes

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors. We have a few permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Electrical Design Engineer.

Typically, as an Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering high-quality electrical solutions for critical power applications. This position requires expertise in power distribution, backup systems, and electrical infrastructure to ensure reliability and efficiency in mission-critical environments such as data centres, healthcare facilities, industrial operations, and emergency power systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design electrical systems, including control panels, generator controllers, UPS, and electrical distribution.
• Support both LV and HV applications, ensuring compliance with BS7671 and CDM regulations.
• Create and manage electrical schematics using CAD software.
• Ensure designs meet industry standards and project requirements.
• Conduct FAT/SAT testing and on-site commissioning.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting.
• Plan and schedule design projects to ensure timely, on-budget delivery.
• Manage scope changes and identify potential profit opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet project goals and maintain high-quality standards.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A Degree in Electrical Engineering or ONC/HNC in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Strong IT and CAD proficiency.
• Experience in electrical design, switchgear, and control panels; PLC programming is a plus.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and industry standards.

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical who have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role.