Electrical Design Engineer – Industrial Automation (Flexible)

Actemium Uk; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

EV car scheme

Share scheme

Healthcare

Flexible working

Job summary

CDD Automation Solutions delivers electrical and automation services in the UK. We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to develop electrical designs for industrial automation and control systems from concept to commissioning.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs are coordinated, compliant with standards, and delivered on time. The role offers flexible working and opportunities for professional development within VINCI Energies.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design for industrial automation and control systems.
• Knowledge of electrical design principles and low‑voltage systems.
• Experience using electrical CAD software to produce schematics and documentation.
• Understanding of UK electrical standards and safe working practices.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and drawings.
• Organised and detail‑oriented with ability to meet deadlines.
• Clear communication and collaborative approach with clients and teams.
• Experience using EPLAN.

Responsibilities

• Produce electrical designs, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules and panel layouts for automation and control systems.
• Develop design documentation in line with project specifications, applicable standards and company procedures.
• Support the selection and specification of electrical components, instrumentation, control panels and field devices.
• Collaborate with software, controls, project management and installation teams to coordinate designs.
• Review client requirements and identify design constraints, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Support design reviews, risk assessments and resolving technical queries throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with panel build, FAT, site installation and commissioning activities as required.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant electrical standards, health and safety requirements and project quality processes.

Skills

Electrical design

Industrial automation

Control systems

Technical documentation

UK standards

Communication

Project deadlines

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation

Tools

EPLAN

Job description

CDD Automation Solutions delivers electrical and automation services in the UK. We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to develop electrical designs for industrial automation and control systems from concept to commissioning.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs are coordinated, compliant with standards, and delivered on time. The role offers flexible working and opportunities for professional development within VINCI Energies.