Electrical Design Engineer

Hernshead Recruitment Ltd; Purfleet-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an innovative Electrical Design Engineer to design and deliver bespoke systems for sustainable energy projects. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of experience in electrical design, strong skills in EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical, and a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Responsibilities include creating electrical schematics and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in electrical design within industrial or automation environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, control circuits, and panel building.
• Familiarity with standards such as IEC, UL, or NEC.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Interpret technical specifications and customer requirements to produce accurate designs.
• Create bills of materials (BOMs) and cable schedules for manufacturing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

With over 50 years of industry experience delivering specialised and sustainable energy projects for mission critical systems, this company will give you a prime opportunity to design and deliver bespoke systems at the highest standards.

Looking for a detail-oriented and innovative Electrical Design Engineer with proven experience using EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical to join an engineering team, you will be responsible for creating detailed electrical schematics and layouts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using EPLAN or AutoCAD.
• Interpret technical specifications and customer requirements to produce accurate designs and documentation.
• Collaborate with mechanical, controls, and project teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
• Create bills of materials (BOMs), cable schedules, and supporting documentation for manufacturing and installation.
• Ensure designs meet industry regulations, safety standards, and company quality procedures.

Requirements:

• Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in electrical design within industrial or automation environments.
• Proficiency in EPLAN and/or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, control circuits, and panel building.
• Familiarity with standards such as IEC, UL, or NEC.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.