Graduate Electrical Engineer

Hernshead Recruitment Ltd; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Graduate Electrical Engineer to join a growing design team. This role offers the chance to participate in the entire project lifecycle from design to commissioning. Candidates will work with experienced engineers on electrical designs, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and a strong understanding of electrical principles.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related discipline (or final year student).
• Strong understanding of electrical principles and control systems.
• Knowledge of CAD tools desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of electrical control systems using CAD software.
• Specify electrical components such as PLCs and sensors.
• Work with teams to ensure accurate build of control panels.
• Assist in testing and commissioning of equipment.
• Liaise with designers and project managers to ensure solutions.

Skills

Electrical principles understanding

Control systems knowledge

Interest in automation

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Electrical Engineer to join a growing design team. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the full lifecycle of projects - from concept and design to build, test, and commissioning. You will work alongside experienced engineers to produce electrical designs and schematics for control systems, control panels, and automation solutions. You will gain hands-on experience with both hardware and control technologies while developing your skills in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of electrical control systems and wiring diagrams using CAD software.
• Specify electrical components such as PLCs, HMIs, drives, sensors, and safety systems.
• Work with workshop and assembly teams to ensure accurate build of control panels.
• Assist in testing, fault-finding, and commissioning of equipment.
• Liaise with mechanical designers, software engineers, and project managers to ensure integrated solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related discipline (or final year student).
• Strong understanding of electrical principles and control systems.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar CAD tools is desirable.
• Interest in automation, PLC programming, and industrial control equipment.