Lead Electrical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Lead Electrical Design Engineer to design and develop advanced NDP automation machines. In this role, you will lead the creation of electrical systems, ensuring safety compliance and efficiency while mentoring junior engineers. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a robust benefits package including a pension scheme and bonuses.

Benefits

Pension contribution (5% of base salary)

25 days of annual leave plus public holidays

Bonus scheme up to 20% of annual salary

Death in service insurance (4x base salary)

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience designing complete electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of UKCA/CE marking and machine certification standards.
• Familiarity with motor drive technologies and PLC coding is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of electrical systems for NDP automation machines.
• Create and ensure accuracy of electrical drawings.
• Mentor junior engineers and support production teams.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

HNC or HND in Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering

Bachelor's degree

IOSH or equivalent health and safety certification

Tools

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a forward-thinking and innovative company, is seeking a highly skilled Lead Electrical Design Engineer to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in designing and developing cutting-edge NDP automation machines.

Key Responsibilities of the Electrical Design Engineer are:

Lead the design and development of electrical systems for NDP automation machines, creating solutions from the ground up.
Design and implement safety systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance.
Develop and assemble electrical cabinets for new machinery with a focus on efficiency and reliability.
Create, modify, and ensure the accuracy of electrical drawings and pneumatic diagrams.
Support production teams by diagnosing and resolving electrical faults.
Collaborate with the controls engineer during commissioning to ensure smooth operations.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives for existing machinery.
Take ownership of electrical safety, risk assessments, and compliance with relevant standards.
Occasionally participate in international machine commissioning.
Mentor and manage junior engineers and technicians.
Maintain and manage electrical Bill of Materials (BOMs).Required Skills & Experience required for this Electrical Design Engineer position:

A qualification in electrical or mechatronic engineering (e.g., HNC, HND, foundation degree, or bachelor's degree).
Experience in reading and creating electrical schematics/circuit diagrams.
A minimum of 2 years designing complete electrical systems, including safety systems.
Strong understanding of UKCA/CE marking, PUWER, and machine certification standards.
Familiarity with motor drive technologies (servo, DC, stepper, AC motors).
Knowledge of PLCs, with experience in coding (Ladder logic and structured text) considered an advantage.
Experience with SolidWorks Electrical is desirable.
IOSH or equivalent health and safety certification is advantageous.
Strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.Working Hours:

Standard hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with flexibility for additional hours as needed.

What's On Offer:

Competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £60,000, based on experience.
Pension contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.
25 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
A bonus scheme offering up to 20% of your annual salary.
Death in service insurance (4x base salary)