Electrical Design Engineer

Ltek Recruitment Ltd; Stamford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a skilled Electrical Design Engineer to join the team in Stamford, England. This on-site role involves producing high-quality electrical and instrumentation documentation using AutoCAD. The ideal candidate will have a qualification in Engineering and proven experience with AutoCAD and control system drawings. This is a full-time permanent position with standard working hours, and candidates must hold a UK driving license.

Qualifications

• Experience with control panels, wiring layouts, and instrumentation design.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Experience in producing accurate electrical and control system drawings.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Ability to produce P&IDs

Time management skills

Strong team collaboration

Education

Qualification in Engineering (Electrical/Instrumentation preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Overview

Electrical Design Engineer. Location: On-site 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.

Key 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

About You

• Qualification in Engineering (Electrical/Instrumentation preferred) 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.