Electrical Engineer: Switchgear & Controls (Bonus)

Staffbase Recruitment; Bilsthorpe CP; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Generous pension

33 days annual leave

Free parking

Job summary

Staffbase Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client, an established engineering business specialising in switchgear and control panels. The Electrical Engineer will design and develop electrical systems, ensuring compliance with IEC 62271, EN 50152 and IEC 60947, while supporting manufacturing and testing teams.

The role requires at least 5 years in electrical design, experience with schematics and CAD tools, and the ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrical Engineer with at least 5 years' relevant experience in electrical design.
• Experience producing electrical schematics and technical documentation; proficient in electrical CAD software.
• Knowledge of railway electrification, protection and control circuits, switchgear testing or relevant electrical standards advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Produce electrical designs, circuit diagrams, wiring schematics, calculations and technical documentation.
• Select electrical components and prepare equipment specifications and bills of materials.
• Support design reviews, prototype development and the release of designs for manufacture.
• Assist with development, routine and type testing, reviewing results and investigating technical issues.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, including IEC 62271, EN 50152 and IEC 60947.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, assembly and testing teams.
• Liaise with suppliers, customers and internal departments to resolve technical queries.
• Contribute to product improvements, safety, reliability and cost reduction initiatives.

Skills

Electrical designs

Circuit diagrams

Wiring schematics

Calculations

Technical documentation

Tools

Electrical CAD software

Job description

Staffbase Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client, an established engineering business specialising in switchgear and control panels. The Electrical Engineer will design and develop electrical systems, ensuring compliance with IEC 62271, EN 50152 and IEC 60947, while supporting manufacturing and testing teams.

The role requires at least 5 years in electrical design, experience with schematics and CAD tools, and the ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.