Electrical Design Engineer (Control Panel)

ACS Staffing Solutions; Daventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ACS Staffing Solutions is assisting a UK-based manufacturer in Daventry to appoint an Electrical Design Engineer (Control Panel) on a full-time, permanent basis. You will translate customer specifications into production-ready electrical control panels and support the project cycle from design through commissioning.

This hands-on role requires a degree or HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, proven panel design experience, UK standards knowledge, and proficiency with electrical CAD

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• Proven experience in electrical control panel design and draughting from customer specifications.
• Strong understanding of safety engineering concepts and automated control systems.
• Working knowledge of relevant UK standards and regulations, including control panel and machinery safety requirements.
• Proficiency in electrical CAD software.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control panels from customer specifications, ensuring compliance with relevant UK standards and regulations.
• Produce and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and cable schedules using electrical CAD software.
• Apply safety engineering principles to control system design, including functional safety considerations for automated systems.
• Select appropriate electrical components, switchgear, and control devices to meet technical, commercial, and lead–time requirements.
• Provide technical support to production teams during panel assembly and testing.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers to clarify requirements and resolve technical issues.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design standards, templates, and documentation.
• Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and fault–finding activities where required.

Skills

Electrical design

Panel drafting

Electrical CAD

Safety engineering

UK standards

Multi-project management

Education

Electrical/Electronic engineering degree or HNC/HND

Tools

Electrical CAD software

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer (Control Panel)

Daventry

Full–time, Permanent

40–50,000 DOE

We are working with a well–established UK–based manufacturer specialising in the design and build of bespoke electrical control systems. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Multiskilled Electrical Lift Engineer to contribute to the successful delivery of innovative control solutions.

This is a hands–on engineering position responsible for transforming customer specifications into fully designed production–ready electrical control panel solutions.

You will be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from initial concept and design through to manufacturing support and commissioning activities.

Working closely with sales, production, and project teams, you will play a key role in delivering high–quality solutions within a fast–paced and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design electrical control panels from customer specifications, ensuring compliance with relevant UK standards and regulations.
• Produce and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and cable schedules using electrical CAD software.
• Apply safety engineering principles to control system design, including functional safety considerations for automated systems.
• Select appropriate electrical components, switchgear, and control devices to meet technical, commercial, and lead–time requirements.
• Provide technical support to production teams during panel assembly and testing.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers to clarify requirements and resolve technical issues.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design standards, templates, and documentation.
• Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and fault–finding activities where required.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• Proven experience in electrical control panel design and draughting from customer specifications.
• Strong understanding of safety engineering concepts and automated control systems.
• Working knowledge of relevant UK standards and regulations, including control panel and machinery safety requirements.
• Proficiency in electrical CAD software.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comfortable working in a results–driven environment with accountability for project outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Desirable

• Experience within materials handling, lifting equipment, industrial automation, or other safety–critical industries.
• Knowledge of functional safety standards and risk–based control system design.
• Experience with PLCs, variable speed drives, or embedded control systems.
• Familiarity with backup power, emergency operation, or evacuation system requirements.
• Experience using AI tools to improve engineering workflows, consistency, and productivity.