Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Advanced Technical Recruitment; Cwmsyfiog; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in engineering roles is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer for a permanent position. The role involves designing electrical systems for scientific instrumentation, producing detailed CAD drawings, and providing mentorship to team members. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and strong leadership capabilities. The position is based in Cwmsyfiog, Wales, with a salary range of £45-60k plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a degree or higher in a relevant engineering subject.
• Experience with electrical system design and CE marking processes.
• Strong collaboration, mentoring, and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement electrical systems for scientific instrumentation.
• Produce detailed electrical drawings using CAD software.
• Guide and mentor engineering team members.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Electrical Design

Electrical Systems

CAD

Schematics

Education

Degree in a relevant engineering subject

Tools

Electrical and Mechanical design software

Job description

Overview

Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Scientific Instrumentation - Bristol. Salary / benefits: £45-60k, plus benefits. Job Term: Permanent / Full Time.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical systems and components for scientific instrumentation.
• Adhere to standards and regulations including EN (phone number removed), EN13849, UL, and CSA; possess experience with CE marking.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure integration with mechanical, software, and firmware components.
• Produce detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts using industry‑standard CAD software.
• Plan engineering tasks and allocate resources with the management team and other Lead Engineers; ensure delivery to deadlines.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to engineering team members, supporting onboarding and professional development.
• support other departments by answering queries related to the function and ensure a consistent engineering service across the team.
• Lead and drive continuous improvement of the engineering function and assist other departments where possible.
• Maintain ongoing focus on communication and leadership development while enhancing technical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a degree or higher in a relevant engineering subject; experience with Electrical and Mechanical design software.
• Experience with electrical system design and ability to work to applicable standards and CE marking processes.
• Strong collaboration, mentoring, and leadership capabilities.

Location & Eligibility

Candidates must be resident in the UK and eligible to live and work in the UK. Copies of passports and visas may be requested for verification.

Skills

Electrical Engineering, Electrical Design, Electrical Systems, CAD, Schematics