Electrical design engineer

ZipRecruiter; Stamford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join their team in Cambridgeshire. This on-site, full-time position will involve designing electrical and instrumentation documentation, using AutoCAD to create a variety of engineering drawings. Candidates should have relevant engineering qualifications and substantial AutoCAD experience. Strong time management and teamwork skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Engineering (Electrical/Instrumentation) or equivalent industry experience.
• Proven experience with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Demonstrated ability to produce accurate, comprehensive electrical and control system drawings.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and analyse customer specifications and project documentation.
• Create and revise drawings using AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical.
• Assist Controls Engineers in developing Bills of Materials (BOMs).

Skills

AutoCAD

Electrical design

Instrumentation design

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering qualification (Electrical/Instrumentation)

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Electrical Design Engineer — On-site location: Cambridgeshire. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm. Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent.

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Instrumentation and Electrical Design engineer to join our engineering team. In this hands-on role, you will support the design and production of electrical and instrumentation documentation, working closely with Control Engineers to develop high-quality drawings using AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical. You will be instrumental in producing P&IDs, control panel GAs, wiring diagrams, loop drawings, hook-up drawings, Boolean logic schematics, and more.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and analyse customer specifications and project documentation
• Create and revise drawings using AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical, including:
  • P&IDs
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Control panel GAs (Local and PLC panels)
  • Loop and hook-up drawings
  • Boolean logic diagrams
• Assist Controls Engineers in developing Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Support workshop personnel with design clarifications and updates during production
• Review and incorporate customer comments and mark-ups
• Produce accurate as-built documentation
• Conduct drawing checks for accuracy and compliance
• Use MS Office and web-based systems to manage project files and communications

Qualifications

• Qualification in Engineering (Electrical/Instrumentation) or equivalent industry experience
• Proven experience with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical
• Demonstrated ability to produce accurate, comprehensive electrical and control system drawings
• Experience with control panels, wiring layouts, and instrumentation design
• P&ID creation experience is highly desirable
• Excellent time management and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Self-motivated, assertive, and confident in your technical abilities
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Additional Requirements

• Must hold a full, valid UK driving licence
• Willing to attend on-site workshops when required