Electrical Design Engineer: Bespoke Automation & Robotics

Reed; Leicester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed in Leicestershire is partnering with an engineering business to recruit an Electrical Design Engineer for bespoke automation and robotics projects. You will own electrical and control system design from concept through commissioning, delivering innovative solutions that meet demanding customer requirements.

The role offers exposure to high-value, technically challenging projects with a strong emphasis on EPLAN design, machine safety, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to drive

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Electronic or Control Systems Engineering.
• Experience in electrical design within automation, machinery, robotics or special purpose equipment.
• Strong EPLAN experience is essential.
• Understanding of machine safety systems, risk assessments and compliance.
• Ability to deliver projects on time and to budget.
• Good communication and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems and control architectures for SP automated machinery.
• Produce electrical schematics, panel layouts and bills of materials using EPLAN.
• Select and specify electrical components and safety systems.
• Ensure compliance with machinery safety standards and regulations.
• Support control panel build activities and supervise electrical system implementation.
• Assist with machine commissioning, troubleshooting and fault finding.
• Contribute to standardised engineering solutions and best practices.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams.

Skills

Electrical design

Control systems

EPLAN

Automation

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Control Systems Eng degree

Tools

EPLAN

Siemens PLC programming

SISTEMA

Job description

Reed in Leicestershire is partnering with an engineering business to recruit an Electrical Design Engineer for bespoke automation and robotics projects. You will own electrical and control system design from concept through commissioning, delivering innovative solutions that meet demanding customer requirements.

The role offers exposure to high-value, technically challenging projects with a strong emphasis on EPLAN design, machine safety, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to drive