Electrical Design Engineer: Control Panels & Automation

ATA Recruitment; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering recruitment agency is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Solihull, UK. The role involves designing and developing electrical control panels and automation systems. Candidates should have proven experience in control panel environments and proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical. The position offers a salary between £30,000 and £40,000, structured training, and opportunities for progression. The office hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:30. Applications are encouraged promptly to fill this vacancy soon.

Benefits

Workplace pension

Structured training

Clear progression opportunities

25 days holidays + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer within control panel or industrial automation environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics and panel design.
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and motor control systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control panels, producing detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, and layouts using CAD software.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support procurement and production.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to resolve technical queries.

Skills

Electrical design expertise

Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or similar CAD packages

Attention to detail

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

A specialist engineering recruitment agency is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Solihull, UK. The role involves designing and developing electrical control panels and automation systems. Candidates should have proven experience in control panel environments and proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical. The position offers a salary between £30,000 and £40,000, structured training, and opportunities for progression. The office hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:30. Applications are encouraged promptly to fill this vacancy soon.