Electrical Design Engineer

Automation Experts; Temple Normanton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension contributions

Private medical insurance

36 days holiday

Flexible working

Job summary

Automation Experts in Derbyshire is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join its specialised engineering consultancy. You'll work on diverse projects for blue-chip clients across pharmaceutical, automotive, and aerospace sectors, designing electrical control systems and instrumentation for bespoke machinery and test rigs.

You'll take projects from costing and concept through to build, testing and commissioning, selecting components and collaborating with a skilled multidisciplinary team in

Qualifications

• Qualification in Electrical Engineering (HNC/HND or Degree) mandatory.
• Experience in an electrical design engineering role is required.
• Knowledge of LV Directive and/or Machinery Directive beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control systems and instrumentation for bespoke machinery and test equipment.
• Lead projects from initial costing and concept through to commissioning.
• Identify and select electrical components and equipment.
• Support hands-on testing and fault finding with the team.
• Work across multiple projects within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Teamwork

Proactive learner

Independent worker

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

Autocad Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer

£50,000 - £60,000 DOE + c.10% Bonus, 6% Pension, Private Medical, 36 Days Holiday & Flexible Working.

Derbyshire. Ref: 25441

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Design Engineer to join a highly specialised and innovative engineering consultancy, working on a diverse portfolio of cutting-edge projects for prestigious, blue-chip clients across a variety of industry sectors, including Pharmaceutical, Automotive and Aerospace.

With a strong reputation for delivering bespoke engineering solutions, the business specialises in the design and manufacture of specialist test rigs and equipment, supporting complex research and development applications. Bringing together expertise across multiple engineering disciplines, the company offers an engaging and technically challenging environment where innovation, creativity and practical problem-solving are encouraged.

You will join an experienced and dynamic engineering team, playing a key role in delivering projects from initial concept and costing through to design, build, testing and commissioning.

Electrical Design Engineer - The Role

• Working on a varied portfolio of exciting engineering projects for leading clients across multiple industry sectors.
• Designing electrical control systems and instrumentation for bespoke machinery and test equipment.
• Taking projects through the full life cycle, from initial costing and concept design through to commissioning.
• Identifying, specifying and selecting appropriate electrical components and equipment.
• Developing innovative solutions to complex electrical design and engineering challenges.
• Supporting hands-on system testing and fault-finding activities.
• Working across multiple projects, taking ownership of individual responsibilities while collaborating closely with a skilled multidisciplinary team.

Electrical Design Engineer - The Person

• HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in an electrical design engineering role.
• Experience with EPLAN, Autocad Electrical or SolidWorks Electrical ideal
• A genuine interest in electrical design, instrumentation, machinery safety and control systems.
• Knowledge of the Low Voltage Directive and/or Machinery Directive would be beneficial.
• A proactive approach with a willingness to learn, develop and apply your knowledge to new engineering challenges.
• Able to manage projects and take responsibility from initial concept through to completion.
• A strong team player with the confidence to work independently when required.

The Benefits

• Approximately 10% annual bonus.
• 6% employer pension contribution.
• Private medical insurance.
• 36 days holiday.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Exposure to exciting, technically challenging and varied engineering projects.
• The opportunity to develop your skills within an experienced, multidisciplinary engineering team.

Location

Based in Derbyshire, the position is commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Loughborough, Burton upon Trent and Uttoxeter.