Electrical Design Engineer

Labman Automation Ltd; Stokesley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual holiday

Private Healthcare

5% employer pension

Travel opportunities

Enhanced maternity pay

Free inhouse gym

Job summary

A leading automation company in Stokesley is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to design electrical control systems for bespoke robotic systems. The ideal candidate will have a minimum HNC Level 4 in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and at least 3 years of experience. Responsibilities include designing power circuits, understanding electrical drawings, and ensuring safety compliance. The role offers competitive salary and excellent benefits including private healthcare, pension contributions, and ample holiday days.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Must understand and interpret electrical component datasheets.
• Experience with industrial fieldbuses is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design the electrical control system for bespoke robotic systems.
• Involve in machine safety risk assessments and functional safety requirements.
• Communicate project status and requirements with project leaders.

Skills

Electrical control systems design

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to interpret electrical drawings

Education

HNC Level 4 in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

SEE Electrical

Job description

Position: Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Labman HQ, Stokesley, North Yorkshire
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (based on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday - Friday 37.5hrs)

At Labman Automation, we design and build bespoke robotic systems that enable science through technology. Our work supports global customers across industries from pharmaceuticals to materials science, developing automation that makes the world’s most advanced research faster, safer, and more sustainable. As an Electrical Design Engineer, you’ll play a key role in the design, wiring, and integration of robotic systems. Using your practical electrical engineering skills, you’ll help deliver innovative, high-quality automation solutions that embody Labman’s mission to enable science through technology.

What You’ll Do:

• Designing the electrical control system for bespoke robotic systems.
• This will include single phase and three phase power circuits, DC power circuits, servo and stepper motors, IO devices, sensors, and safety circuits.
• Understanding, interpreting and wiring from electrical drawings.
• Involvement in machine safety risk assessments and determining functional safety requirements
• Communicating project status, issues and requirements with project leaders and senior staff.
• Be familiar with EU and ISO standards, directives, and legislation relevant to Labman systems.
• Participate in the full life cycle of engineering projects, including installation worldwide if necessary.

What You’ll Need:

• Minimum of HNC Level 4 in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with SEE Electrical or another electrical drawing package to produce IEC electrical drawings
• Able to understand and interpret component datasheets
• Good communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to manage own time effectively and manage task lists
• Attention to detail

Desirable:

• Fault-finding skills including use of diagnostic equipment
• Experience with industrial fieldbuses
• Knowledge of functional safety and relevant standards, ideally ISO 13849

Company benefits:

• 33 day's annual holiday (rising to 38 over 5 years) inc. public holidays
• Private Healthcare with Aviva
• 5% employer pension paid on full salary
• Travel opportunities in various roles
• Enhanced maternity Pay (long service applicable)
• Enhanced Paternity leave
• CPD support and annual subscription to appropriate body covered
• Free inhouse gym, squash, bouldering wall, and countless clubs

Labman Values:

In it together – We’re a team; a community of mutual support

Excellence – Working and delivering at the very highest quality

Humility – Respecting yourself and others

Sustainability – Recognition that we have an impact on our planet, our company and our community

Fun – Enjoyment in your work