Electrical Engineer

Set2Recruit; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturing firm in Loughborough is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead improvements and refine designs for high-precision products. The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering, 3+ years of practical experience, and strong skills in electrical schematics and wiring. This role offers a contract rate of GBP35-40ph and opportunity for innovation in a growing company.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in electrical engineering roles.
• Experience in machinery or equipment-based engineering.
• Good understanding of control panels.

Responsibilities

• Lead improvements and refine designs for next generation products.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Drive the development of electrical innovations.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Wiring

Testing

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree, HND, or Level 5 qualification in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Lead Innovation in a Thriving SME

Location:- Loughborough

Contract - GBP35-40ph

Sector: Specialist Manufacturing (High-Precision Thermal Control Systems)

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be the go-to person for all things electrical-leading improvements, refining designs, and driving the development of our next generation of products.

What You Bring

We're after someone who knows their wires and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves. You'll likely tick most of these boxes:

• A Degree, HND or Level 5 qualification in electrical engineering, mechatronics or similar.
• Around 3+ years of hands-on experience in machinery or equipment-based electrical engineering roles.
• Fluent in electrical schematics (AutoCAD Electrical or similar) and knows their way around a control panel.
• Experience in wiring, testing and assembly.
• Good communicator with a methodical, problem-solving brain and a sense of ownership.

Bonus Points If You Also Have

• Experience designing for international power specs (if you've ever had to ask, Is this the 60Hz or 50Hz region, you're our kind of person).
• Familiarity with PLCs, control systems or configurable product design.
• A background in small-batch or configurable manufacturing.