Electrical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-established engineering firm in West Yorkshire is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead their design team in shaping innovative electrical control systems. This position offers the opportunity to influence projects, mentor engineers, and work within a people-first culture, alongside competitive salary and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Healthcare cash plan

Tailored development and training

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in leading design, planning & delivery of complex control panel projects.
• Strong understanding of PLCs and software programming is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of control panel projects.
• Mentor a team of 5 design engineers.
• Drive continuous improvement in cost and quality.

Skills

Deep technical knowledge of electrical systems

Strong CAD skills

Proven team leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

We're Hiring: Principal Engineer – Lead, Innovate, Inspire ️

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of electrical control systems? Our client – a long-established, family-owned business with over 60 years of engineering excellence – is looking for a Principal Engineer to head up their design team.

This is more than a design role — it’s your chance to influence innovation, mentor a skilled team, and drive real impact across diverse, high-profile projects. You’ll be joining a company known for quality, collaboration, and a commitment to people.

What you’ll do

Lead design, planning & delivery of complex control panel projects

Mentor and grow a team of 5 design engineers

Drive continuous improvement in cost, quality & process

Identify emerging tech to give customers a competitive edge

Be the technical voice of reason from workshop to boardroom

What you bring

️ Deep technical knowledge of electrical systems (control panel experience ideal)

️ Strong CAD skills and systems know-how

️ Proven team leadership in a quality-first environment

️ Communication superpowers – across teams and with clients

Bonus: Experience with PLCs and software programming

Why join?

Growth – Tailored development, training & mentoring

Wellbeing – Healthcare cash plan & supportive environment

– A people-first business that values diverse backgrounds

Based in West Yorkshire | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits

Ready to lead the charge in a forward-thinking, proudly independent business?

Apply now or drop us a message to find out more.

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