Electrical Design Engineer

CV Technical; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electrical and automation engineering is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join their growing team in Stockton-on-Tees. This role offers involvement in the full project lifecycle, from concept to commissioning, delivering solutions for global marine and renewable energy projects. The position requires strong design skills and experience in systems including PLC/SCADA, along with a relevant degree in engineering.

Benefits

40-hour working week

Opportunities for paid overtime

25 days holiday plus public holidays

4% employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electrical, Marine, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Produce design documentation including functional design specs, FAT/SIT/SAT procedures.
• Generate detailed design documents like electrical schematics, GA drawings, and I/O lists.
• Support Production with technical queries and carry out factory acceptance testing.

Skills

Proficiency in E–Plan

3D modelling

Simulation platforms

System design from concept to commissioning

PLC/SCADA experience

Power generation/distribution expertise

Variable speed drives

Control and automation software

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Marine Engineering

Degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Stockton – on – Tees

Salary: 50,000 – 60,000

Shifts: Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 4.30pm

An established and growing electrical and automation engineering business, operating within the marine, renewable energy, and offshore sectors, is seeking experienced Electrical Design Engineers to join their Teesside–based team.

This role offers the opportunity to be involved in the full project lifecycle – from initial concept through to commissioning and final documentation – delivering engineered solutions for global projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce design documentation, including functional design specs, FAT/SIT/SAT procedures, and basis of design.

• Generate detailed design documents such as electrical schematics, GA drawings, cabinet/panel layouts, I/O lists, 3D models, BoMs, cause & effect matrices, and FMECA.

• Liaise with Purchasing to prepare RFQs and technical specifications.

• Support Production with technical queries and as–built documentation.

• Carry out factory acceptance testing and site commissioning where required.

• Compile project close–out documents including O&M manuals and spare parts lists.

Skills & Experience:

• Proficiency in E–Plan, 3D modelling, and simulation platforms.

• Experience designing systems from concept through to commissioning, including PLC/SCADA, power generation/distribution, and variable speed drives.

• Background in marine and offshore/subsea systems is highly desirable.

• Familiarity with control and automation software is an advantage.

• Confident communicator with strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills.

• Competent with Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications:

• Degree qualified in Electrical, Marine, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.

Benefits:

• 40–hour working week, Monday to Friday

• Opportunities for paid overtime

• 25 days holiday plus public holidays (rising with service)

• 4% employer pension contribution

In return for your commitment my client offers a stable and secure career for a technically motivated engineer. If you feel this is of interest please send your CV directly to Jordan Pannell at or call for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed).