Electrical Design Engineer (EPLAN)

Morson Praxis; Irlam; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days leave

Chartered support

Company memberships

Life assurance

GP access

Team socials

Job summary

Morson Praxis is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer with EPLAN experience to join our growing team and deliver electrical control systems for diverse UK projects. You will design, document and support systems from concept through commissioning, collaborating with engineers across disciplines to meet client requirements.

You will work on electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and panel layouts using EPLAN and CAD tools, ensuring compliance with BS/IEC standards and safety regulations while

Qualifications

• Experience producing electrical designs with schematics, diagrams and panel layouts.
• Strong understanding of industrial automation, instrumentation and control systems.
• Knowledge of electrical standards (BS/IEC) and safety regulations.
• Ability to interpret engineering specs, P&IDs and technical documentation.
• Experience supporting installation, commissioning, testing and fault-finding.

Responsibilities

• Support design and delivery of electrical control systems across client projects.
• Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial and infrastructure projects.
• Produce detailed schematics, wiring diagrams and panel layouts using EPLAN and AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical technical solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with customer specs and safety standards.
• Support FAT, SAT and commissioning activities.
• Provide technical support during installation and fault finding.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain design documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with project planning, risk assessments and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Design the control systems that power tomorrow's industry. At Morson Praxis, we're the technical consultancy that delivers what it designs, combining engineering expertise, digital innovation and practical delivery to create intelligent electrical and control systems for the UK's most complex engineering projects. From energy and infrastructure to advanced manufacturing and industrial automation, our engineers deliver innovative electrical solutions that improve performance, efficiency and reliability. We're looking for an Electrical Design Engineer with EPLAN experience to join our growing team and support the design and delivery of electrical control systems across a diverse portfolio of client projects.

If you're passionate about electrical design, enjoy solving technical challenges and want to see your designs brought to life, we'd love to hear from you.

Role and responsibilities

• Support the design and delivery of electrical control systems across a diverse portfolio of client projects.
• Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial and infrastructure projects.
• Produce detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts and associated documentation using EPLAN, AutoCAD and other engineering design software.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to understand project requirements and develop practical technical solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with customer specifications, industry standards and safety regulations.
• Support system integration, factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT) and commissioning activities.
• Provide technical support during installation, testing, fault-finding and commissioning of electrical and control systems.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations and maintain accurate design documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support project planning, risk assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

What we're looking for

• Experience producing electrical designs, including schematics, wiring diagrams and panel layouts using EPLAN, AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Good understanding of industrial automation, instrumentation and control systems.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and safety-related control systems.
• Understanding of relevant electrical standards and regulations, including BS and IEC standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications, P&IDs and technical documentation.
• Experience supporting installation, commissioning, testing and fault-finding of electrical and control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Control & Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.

Why Praxis

• Design innovative solutions: Develop electrical and control systems that support critical infrastructure and industrial automation.
• Develop your expertise: Work across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept design through to commissioning.
• Collaborate: Join a multidisciplinary team delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions across multiple sectors.
• Make an impact: Your designs will help power infrastructure, manufacturing and industrial projects across the UK and internationally.
• Belong: Be part of a supportive consultancy backed by the wider Morson Group, with opportunities to develop your technical expertise and career.

What’s in it for you

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Full support and guidance towards chartership
• Company funded professional memberships
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Life assurance scheme
• 24/7 GP Access
• Funded team socials and events
• Mega-projects throughout the UK and internationally
• Employee Assistance Plan
• High street discount scheme
• Enhanced company sick pay scheme
• Mental Health Wellbeing app
• Specsavers discount scheme
• Morson Praxis is proud to be an equal opportunities employer
• We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and supportive working environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all individuals and make our employment decisions based on merit, qualifications and business needs, regardless of age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.