Junior Electrical Engineer

Bennett and Game Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering company is seeking a Junior Electrical Engineer in the UK. This role involves designing electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining technical documentation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and up to two years of relevant experience. A competitive salary of £30,000-£40,000, along with benefits such as pension and annual leave, is offered. This position includes UK travel and occasional overseas work.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Auto-enrolment pension with 8% employer contribution

272 hours of annual leave

Sick pay after probation

Free onsite parking

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Up to two years' relevant industry experience (graduate level).
• Familiarity with industry standards such as NEC, ISO, and IEC.
• Experience with UKCA/CE design processes.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems including power supply and control systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation.
• Support and train operators on system usage.
• Troubleshoot electrical/automation issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with project and commissioning teams.

Skills

Electrical design software (EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical)

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Knowledge of EV or battery technologies

Ability to speak French, Italian, or German

Education

Degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering

Tools

SafeExpert

Beckhoff Automation

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

A specialist engineering company providing advanced testing solutions to the automotive, aerospace, off-highway, and other high-tech industries is seeking a Junior Electrical Engineer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects involving the design and development of cutting-edge electrical and automation systems. The role involves hands-on engineering work, including system design, component specification, site integration, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering high-performance solutions across a variety of applications, including electric and hybrid vehicle technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design of electrical systems including incoming power supply, distribution, HMIs, and control systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations; implement safety interlocks and emergency shutdown systems.
• Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation such as schematics, logic diagrams, and manuals.
• Support and train operators and maintenance teams on system usage and upkeep.
• Identify and implement improvements for cost, performance, and reliability.
• Develop preventive maintenance strategies for automation and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical/automation issues, perform root cause analysis, and apply corrective actions.
• Assist in technical review of RFQs and system specification from customer requirements.
• Collaborate with sales, project, production, and commissioning teams to deliver successful project outcomes.
• UK and occasional overseas travel required for site work and customer support.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary of 30,000- 40,000.
• Auto-enrolment pension with 8% employer contribution.
• 272 hours of annual leave (equivalent to 34 days including bank holidays) after probation.
• Sick pay after probation.
• Free onsite parking.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment within a small, friendly team.

Job Requirements

• A degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering.
• Up to two years\' relevant industry experience (graduate level).
• Experience with electrical design software (e.g., EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical).
• Good understanding of component testing theory and hardware specification.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as NEC, ISO, and IEC.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Full, clean UK driving licence and valid UK passport.
• Proficient in IT and general office tools.
• Experience with UKCA/CE design processes.
• Knowledge of SafeExpert, Beckhoff Automation, and ERP systems.
• Exposure to EV or battery technologies.
• Project management or mentoring experience.
• Professional membership (e.g., IET or equivalent).
• Ability to speak French, Italian, or German.