Senior Electrical Design Engineer

EC&I Partners; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Sheffield is looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to design electrical systems and ensure project success across multiple industries. The ideal candidate has extensive AutoCAD Electrical experience and a strong understanding of low voltage systems. This role offers hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme and life assurance

Professional membership fees paid

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience or 4+ years practical electrical design experience.
• Advanced experience using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience with low and extra-low voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems from scratch including schematics.
• Interpret user requirement specifications into practical designs.
• Support testing, commissioning, and documentation.

Skills

AutoCAD Electrical

Design from specifications

Communication in cross-functional teams

Job description

Job Title: Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Sheffield

Salary: Up to GBP55,000per annum + benefits

Contract / Permanent: Permanent

Site Based / Office / Remote: Hybrid

Start Date: ASAP

Job Overview

We're looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer with strong experience in AutoCAD Electrical to join a growing team delivering impactful projects across sectors such as clean energy, manufacturing, healthcare, and critical infrastructure.

This role offers a blend of technical challenge, autonomy, and long–term career opportunity within a supportive environment.

What's in it for you?

• Hybrid working – home and office split (more office–based during 6 month probation)
• Flexible hours including early starts and "Flexi–Fridays". Core hours 10am–3pm and can start from 7am to suit.
• 25 days' annual leave + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days
• Career progression opportunities as the team grows
• Collaborative, inclusive team culture
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Professional membership fees paid
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (including 24/7 GP)
• Enhanced family–friendly policies

Industries and Clients You'll Support
Work on electrical design projects for leading UK and international companies across:

• Nuclear and Clean Energy
• Renewables and Green Tech
• Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
• Manufacturing and FMCG
• Oil and Gas
• Critical Infrastructure and Logistics

Key Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems from scratch – including schematics and general arrangements
• Interpret user requirement specifications into practical, detailed designs
• Support testing, commissioning, and documentation
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and project teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Take ownership of your designs through the full project lifecycle

What We're Looking For

• Advanced experience using AutoCAD Electrical (essential)
• Experience with low and extra–low voltage systems (ideally 400VAC with motor starters)
• Ability to design from a blank spec to meet detailed technical requirements
• Strong communication skills and confidence in cross–functional teams
• Minimum 2 years' experience with relevant qualifications, or 4+ years' practical electrical design experience

Application Requirements

For full transparency, we will request the following to support your application:

• A brief portfolio of electrical drawings/schematics
• Responses to the following:

1. Do you have experience with low and extra–low voltage power distribution (ideally 400VAC with motor starters)?
2. Are you confident designing and drawing schematics/general arrangements from scratch based on a user requirement specification?
3. What CAD tools have you used, and what is your proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical?

Additional Information

• A DBS check will be required upon onboarding
• Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.