Electrical Design Engineer: Control Panels, PLCs & Hybrid

Meritus; Stone; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Hybrid working arrangements

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

MERITUS is seeking an Electrical / Hardware Design Engineer in Stone to design control panels, PLC systems, MCCs, drives, and switchgear for critical energy and industrial projects. You will produce detailed schematics using AutoCAD Electrical and contribute across the full engineering lifecycle from concept to commissioning.

The role offers hybrid working arrangements, opportunities for mentoring, and a clear path for professional development within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering required.
• Experience in industrial environments and highly regulated sectors.
• Strong capability with electrical control panels and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical hardware solutions including control panels, PLC systems, MCCs, drives, switchgear, and low‑voltage distribution equipment.
• Produce detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cabling schedules, and containment layouts using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Support full project lifecycle from concept through commissioning and handover.
• Conduct site surveys and gather technical information to support design activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop robust solutions.
• Review documentation for compliance with project specs and standards.
• Support FAT/SAT and commissioning activities where required.

Job description

MERITUS is seeking an Electrical / Hardware Design Engineer in Stone to design control panels, PLC systems, MCCs, drives, and switchgear for critical energy and industrial projects. You will produce detailed schematics using AutoCAD Electrical and contribute across the full engineering lifecycle from concept to commissioning.

The role offers hybrid working arrangements, opportunities for mentoring, and a clear path for professional development within a multidisciplinary team.