Graduate Electrical Design Engineer — Training & Growth (Permanent)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Great work-life balance

Free Parking

Permanent Position

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is hiring a Graduate Electrical Design Engineer for a fast-paced electronics manufacturer in Port Talbot. You will receive hands-on training across reverse engineering, wiring harnesses, BOM creation, and manufacturing support from concept to production.

You will work with experienced engineers, apply AutoCAD daily, and develop practical design skills. Ideal for a recent Electrical/Electronic graduate with a proactive attitude and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering.
• Understanding of AutoCAD (Essential).
• Genuine interest in electrical/electronic design and manufacturing.
• Knowledge of electrical wiring and basic IPC wiring standards (Preferred).
• Understanding of 3D modelling and design (Preferred).
• Familiarity with PPAP and DFMA (Preferred).
• Basic understanding of RS232/RS485 and Modbus TCP protocols (Preferred).
• Any knowledge of PCB design, Python, MySQL, or PLC programming would be advantageous.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the reverse engineering of customer products and technical information.
• Assisting with electrical component identification, sourcing, and assembly design.
• Creating and updating bills of materials and supporting assembly costing.
• Developing and revising wiring harness assembly and installation drawings.
• Preparing technical and production documentation.
• Supporting sample production during the NPI process.
• Working alongside experienced engineers and manufacturing teams to resolve technical issues.
• Providing technical support and training to operators as required.
• Liaising with customers and internal teams to understand product requirements.
• Day shift, Monday to Friday with no weekends.

Skills

AutoCAD

3D modelling

Python

PLC programming

Education

Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering graduate

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modelling

RS232/RS485

Modbus TCP

PCB design

Python

MySQL

PPAP

DFMA

Job description

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is hiring a Graduate Electrical Design Engineer for a fast-paced electronics manufacturer in Port Talbot. You will receive hands-on training across reverse engineering, wiring harnesses, BOM creation, and manufacturing support from concept to production.

You will work with experienced engineers, apply AutoCAD daily, and develop practical design skills. Ideal for a recent Electrical/Electronic graduate with a proactive attitude and strong communication.