Electrical Design Engineer Rail

Carrington West; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Warrington is seeking an Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer with five or more years of experience. The role involves taking ownership of key electrical design packages and working on diverse projects. Candidates should be proficient in cable sizing using Trimble Pro Design and have a strong understanding of circuit protective devices. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangement.

Benefits

GBP5,000 car allowance

5% matched pension

25 days leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-graduate experience in electrical design.
• Proficient with cable sizing/calculations using industry-standard software.
• Strong understanding of circuit protective device selection.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of electrical design packages from day one.
• Work on complex switchgear replacements and battery systems.
• Provide electrical design for mechanically focused projects.

Skills

Cable sizing/calculations

Circuit protective device selection

Client communication

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Building Services Engineering

Tools

Trimble Pro Design (Amtech)

DIALux

Relux

Job description

Are you an Electrical Design Engineer with a solid foundation in building services?

Do you have five or more years of post‑graduate experience?

Salary & Location

Salary: GBP45,000 to GBP50,000+ GBP5,000 car allowance + 5% matched pension + 25 days leave (plus bank). Location: Warrington (hybrid 2 3 days on site).

You’ll be joining a small, dedicated design team with significant plans for expansion. The environment is that of a contractor, meaning you’ll be involved from initial design through to site support, providing a satisfying, hands‑on experience where you see your work come to life.

As an Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer, you will take ownership of key electrical design packages from day one. Your responsibilities will include working on a variety of schemes, from complex switchgear replacements in sensitive signalling centres to the wholesale renewal of battery systems at major stations like Manchester Piccadilly. You’ll also provide the crucial electrical design for mechanically focused projects, ensuring power for pumps, motors, and control systems.

Essential

• 5+ years post‑graduate experience in electrical design.
• Proficient with cable sizing/calculations using Trimble Pro Design (Amtech) or similar.
• Strong understanding of circuit protective device selection and coordination.
• Confident, clear communicator in client‑facing settings.
• Able to work from the Warrington office 2+ days per week (hybrid).

Desirable

• Operating at intermediate level; senior considered for the right experience.
• Experience in the rail sector.
• Background with a design & build contractor.
• Lighting design proficiency (DIALux/Relux).
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.

If you are proficient in performing cable calculations using industry‑standard software like Trimble Pro Design and have a deep understanding of sizing circuit protective devices, this could be the perfect next step for your career. This role is for someone who can work independently, take ownership of their work, and communicate design concepts clearly and effectively.