Electrical Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in Portsmouth. This role involves designing and developing motor control and power distribution panels tailored to client specifications. You will interpret client requirements, prepare detailed designs, and ensure compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical engineering background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. Join this innovative firm and contribute to exciting projects while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical experience or relevant qualification.
• Good knowledge of electrical design software packages.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical design and general arrangement drawings.
• Ensure compliance with relevant specifications and safety regulations.
• Engage in problem-solving and maintain effective client relationships.

Skills

Logical problem-solving aptitude

Excellent communication skills

Ability to learn and adapt to new technology

Understanding of engineering drawings

Education

Electrical engineering qualification

Relevant design experience in switchgear

Tools

EPlan

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer, Portsmouth, Hampshire

Client: ENISCA

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Title: Electrical Design Engineer

Reports to: Design Manager

Based at: Cookstown

Job Purpose: To work as part of a manufacturing team, designing and developing a range of motor control & power distribution panels to clients' specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret client requirements during the design phase of projects.
• Prepare detailed electrical design and general arrangement drawings for manufacturing motor control & power distribution panels.
• Ensure compliance with relevant specifications, standards, and safety regulations throughout project development.
• Prepare bills of materials for procurement.
• Develop documentation for testing, inspection, and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Assist with tender preparations.
• Participate in design and process reviews.
• Engage in problem-solving and brainstorming individually and as part of the team.
• Maintain and update electronic files using document management software.
• Liaise with clients and build effective relationships.
• Stay updated with changes in UK and European legislation and technological advances.
• Develop personal skills through ongoing training.
• Undertake other duties as appropriate to the role and experience.

Candidate Criteria:

Qualifications / Knowledge (Essential):

• Electrical engineering qualification or relevant design experience in switchgear, automation, and electrical control systems.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• UK Driver's License, own transport, and willingness to travel within the UK and Ireland.

Knowledge (Desirable):

• Knowledge of electrical design software packages.

Experience (Essential):

• At least 5 years of electrical experience or relevant qualification.

Experience (Desirable):

• Design of electrical control systems.
• Experience with EPlan & AutoCAD.
• Previous experience in the water industry.

Skills and Abilities (Essential):

• Logical problem-solving aptitude.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technology.
• Ability to work independently and on own initiative.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships internally and externally.
• Understanding of engineering drawings.

Desirable:

• Project management skills.