Electrical Design Specialist

Great Value Hiring; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Value Hiring seeks an Electrical Design Specialist to apply hands‑on experience to analyze and solve complex electrical design and system‑level engineering problems across various applications.

You will develop and review electrical designs, perform load flow, voltage drop, short‑circuit analyses, and coordinate with project teams. Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, SKM Power Tools, EPLAN, and Revit is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of electrical system design, power systems, and engineering principles.
• Experience with low- and medium‑voltage systems and protection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and evaluate electrical designs based on requirements and performance.
• Design and review electrical systems, circuits, and components including distribution and control panels.
• Interpret and analyze schematics, diagrams, layouts, and technical documentation.
• Perform electrical calculations: load flow, voltage drop, short‑circuit analysis, protection coordination.

Skills

Electrical design

Power systems

Engineering analysis

Schematic interpretation

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (Bachelor/Master/PhD)

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

ETAP

SKM Power Tools

EPLAN

Revit

Job description

Electrical Design Specialist [$70-$85/hr]

Electrical Design Specialists to apply their hands‑on industry experience to analyze, evaluate, and solve complex electrical design and system‑level engineering problems across a range of applications.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and evaluate electrical designs based on technical requirements, specifications, and system performance
• Design and review electrical systems, circuits, equipment, and components, including distribution systems, power systems, control panels, switchgear, and motor control systems
• Interpret and analyze electrical schematics, single‑line and wiring diagrams, layouts, equipment specifications, and technical documentation
• Perform electrical calculations including load flow, voltage drop, short‑circuit analysis, protection coordination, and equipment sizing
• Evaluate design alternatives, engineering trade‑offs, and system performance, and identify potential design issues or improvements
• Review and validate designs, calculations, assumptions, and technical approaches against project requirements and engineering standards

Good Candidature

• Experienced Electrical Design Engineers, Electrical Engineers, or Electrical Design Specialists with hands‑on industry experience
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of electrical system design, power systems, and engineering principles
• Practical experience designing or evaluating electrical systems across areas such as industrial facilities, infrastructure, manufacturing, energy, renewable energy, building services, or energy storage
• Experience with low- and medium‑voltage systems, electrical protection, equipment sizing, and power distribution
• Experience with electrical design and engineering tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, SKM Power Tools, EPLAN, Revit, or equivalent is a plus

Candidates with practical experience applying electrical engineering principles to real‑world electrical systems are strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or professional engineering certification
• Experience with power system studies, including load flow, short‑circuit analysis, and protection coordination
• Experience specifying and sizing transformers, switchgear, cables, motors, and protection equipment
• Experience with industrial automation, instrumentation, or control systems
• Experience designing electrical systems for manufacturing facilities, data centers, renewable energy projects, or other complex infrastructure
• Familiarity with applicable electrical codes and standards such as IEC, IEEE, NEC, or equivalent
• Experience reviewing vendor drawings, equipment datasheets, technical submittals, and engineering designs

Project Details

• Duration: Short-term project
• Work Type: Technical problem‑solving, electrical design analysis, and expert evaluation
• Domain: Electrical Engineering, Electrical Design, Power Systems, and Industrial Electrical Systems