Senior Electrical Design Engineer

SC ENGINEERING; Denby Dale; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering solutions provider is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer located in the UK. The role involves electrical design of industrial machinery, creating schematics, and working on bespoke projects within the engineering team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in regulated environments and knowledge of CAD packages. This position offers a competitive salary between £50,000 and £65,000 along with opportunities for growth and mentorship in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Long-term role in an international business

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer within regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical control systems.
• Working knowledge of safety circuits.

Responsibilities

• Electrical design of industrial machinery and engineered systems.
• Design of electrical control panels and power distribution.
• Creation of electrical schematics using CAD software.

Skills

Electrical design

Control systems understanding

Safety circuits knowledge

Communication skills

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Huddersfield | Hybrid Working Available

Salary: £50,000 - £65,000

A global engineering solutions provider, supplying specialist containment and aseptic systems into regulated industries including pharmaceutical, healthcare, biotech and chemical manufacturing, is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to support continued project growth.

This role suits an experienced electrical design engineer looking for technically challenging, bespoke machinery projects and the opportunity to operate at a senior level within a stable, well‑established engineering team.

The Role

• Electrical design of industrial machinery and engineered systems
• Design of electrical control panels, power distribution and control circuits
• Creation of electrical schematics and documentation using electrical CAD software
• Design and review of safety circuits including emergency stops, interlocks and safety relays
• Support of ATEX‑related electrical design where required (experience beneficial but not essential)
• Collaboration with controls, mechanical and project engineering teams
• Technical mentoring and design support for junior and mid‑level engineers
• Involvement through full project lifecycle including design, build support and testing

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer within industrial, machinery, automation or regulated environments
• Strong understanding of electrical control systems and panel design
• Working knowledge of safety circuits and machinery safety standards
• Experience using at least one of the following CAD packages:
  • EPLAN
  • AutoCAD Electrical
  • SolidWorks Electrical
• Exposure to ATEX, hazardous area or regulated industry design advantageous but not essential
• Able to provide a senior, confident engineering presence within a team environment
• Strong communication skills and a practical, hands‑on engineering approach

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £65,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working available following initial onboarding
• Long‑term role within a growing international engineering business
• Technically complex, low-volume bespoke projects (not high‑volume production work)
• Opportunity to influence design standards and mentor engineers

Apply now for a confidential discussion