Electrical Design Engineer

Ltek Recruitment Ltd; Stockport, Manchester; Sur place; GBP 42 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Private healthcare

Résumé du poste

Ltek Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join a growing team in Manchester. The role focuses on designing LV/HV networks, power generation and distribution systems, and DC systems for BESS projects.

You will produce electrical designs and drawings, collaborate with clients and DNOs, and ensure documentation is completed accurately and on schedule. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• HND / HNC or an equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an engineering or construction environment.
• Strong experience using AutoCAD to produce accurate electrical drawings.
• Demonstrable experience using Trimble / Amtech.
• Experience with LV and HV electrical systems.
• Knowledge of electrical power generation and distribution systems.

Responsabilités

• Design LV and HV electrical networks.
• Produce electrical designs and accurate technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Design power generation and distribution systems.
• Support DC systems for BESS projects.
• Develop LV/HV protection schemes.
• Undertake cable sizing and calculations.
• Prepare specifications for switchboards, transformers and related equipment.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with clients, DNOs, suppliers and internal teams.
• Attend site visits to support design development and project delivery.
• Support the production and updating of as-built drawings.
• Ensure designs and documentation are delivered on time.

Connaissances

Electrical design

Cable sizing

LV/HV experience

Power generation

Problem solving

UK driving licence

Formation

HND / HNC in Electrical Engineering

Outils

AutoCAD

Trimble

Amtech

Description du poste

Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Stockport
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer to work across a varied portfolio of engineering projects, supporting the delivery of LV and HV electrical networks, power generation and distribution systems, and DC systems for BESS projects.

You will be responsible for producing electrical designs, drawings and technical documentation, working closely with internal engineering teams, clients, DNOs and suppliers to deliver projects safely, accurately and to programme.

The Role

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Designing and developing LV and HV electrical networks.
• Producing electrical designs and accurate technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Designing power generation and distribution systems.
• Supporting the design of DC systems for BESS projects.
• Developing LV/HV protection schemes.
• Undertaking cable sizing and calculations.
• Preparing specifications for switchboards, transformers and associated electrical equipment.
• Producing and maintaining technical documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Working closely with clients, DNOs, suppliers and internal engineering teams.
• Supporting the Projects, Sales and Service departments with technical design information.
• Attending site visits to support design development and project delivery.
• Supporting the production and updating of as-built drawings.
• Ensuring designs and documentation are delivered accurately and within project timescales.

About You

To be considered for this Electrical Design Engineer position, you will ideally have:

• HND / HNC or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience within an engineering or construction environment.
• Strong experience using AutoCAD to produce accurate electrical drawings.
• Demonstrable experience using Trimble / Amtech.
• Experience with LV and HV electrical systems.
• Knowledge of electrical power generation and distribution systems.
• Experience with electrical calculations, including cable sizing.
• Understanding of LV/HV protection schemes.
• A proactive and practical approach to engineering design and problem solving.
• A full current UK driving licence.

Desirable Experience

Experience in any of the following would be advantageous:

• Power generation
• CHP / standby generation
• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• LV/HV distribution
• Transformers and switchgear
• Electrical commissioning or site support
• Production of as-built electrical drawings

Working Hours

Monday Thursday: 8:30am 5:00pm
Friday: 8:30am 4:00pm

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and public holidays
• Enhanced holiday entitlement based on length of service
• Company pension scheme with attractive employer contribution
• Private healthcare scheme
• Life insurance