Engineer (Design / Project Planning

Schneider Electric; Telford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical engineering company is seeking an early-career Project Engineer to join its Busbar Systems team in Telford. This role involves supporting the design and installation of Low Voltage Busbar Trunking Systems across the UK. The ideal candidate will have engineering knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to travel. Full training will be provided to ensure success in delivering projects. Join a collaborative team and develop your career in electrical project engineering.

Qualifications

• Early‑career engineer with some experience or academic knowledge in engineering.
• Interest in busbar systems and LV distribution.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and to Northern Ireland as needed.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering projects across the Canalis MTO product range.
• Support site surveys, installation planning, and design drawing reviews.
• Help manage design updates in ERP systems.
• Collaborate with customers, internal teams, and suppliers on-site.
• Prepare RAMS documents for health and safety compliance.

Skills

Electrical or mechanical engineering knowledge

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Clear communication

Education

Relevant engineering degree or academic background

Tools

CAD

ERP experience

Job description

We're looking for an early‑career Project Engineer to join our Busbar Systems team at Schneider Electric. This is a hands‑on, field‑based role with a strong technical and project delivery focus. You'll work alongside experienced engineers supporting the design, coordination, and installation of Low Voltage Busbar Trunking Systems used in hospitals, data centres, factories, and commercial buildings across the UK and Northern Ireland. Full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering projects across the Canalis MTO product range.
• Support site surveys, installation planning, and isometric design drawing reviews.
• Help manage design updates and project changes in ERP systems.
• Attend project sites (flexible travel pattern) and collaborate with customers, internal teams, and suppliers.
• Prepare RAMS documents and assist in health and safety compliance.
• Participate in project meetings and build knowledge of industry practices.

Qualifications

• Early‑career engineer with some experience or academic knowledge in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Interest in busbar systems, switchgear, or LV distribution.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and occasionally to Northern Ireland.
• Clear communicator who enjoys teamwork and solving problems.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Based ideally near Telford, Leeds, Coventry, or London (flexible travel required).
• CAD or ERP experience is a bonus, but not required.
• Looking to learn, technically minded, and seeking a long‑term career in electrical project engineering.

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, disability or any other protected characteristic.