Senior Electrical Design Engineer

JAB Recruitment; Kintore; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing client in Kintore is looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer for a 2-year fixed contract. The role involves designing systems for wireline solutions in oil and gas, requiring proficiency in CAE tools and a degree in electrical engineering. You will lead projects from conception to completion and ensure compliance with industry standards while providing technical support globally.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension plan

Income protection

Life Assurance

Critical Illness cover

Gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering.
• Relevant experience in electrical design within the oil and gas or related industries.
• Strong understanding of industry-specific standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Innovate, design, and develop customised electrical solutions.
• Lead design projects, including cost estimates and compliance documentation.
• Provide technical support across departments and regions.

Skills

Electrical Design

Proficiency in CAE tools

Project Management

Technical Support

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Senior Electrical Design Engineer

2 YEAR FIXED CONTRACT

Travel: UK & International

JAB Recruitment are working with a leading engineering and manufacturing client in Kintore to source a Senior Electrical Design Engineer. This role sits within a global team responsible for the design and delivery of wireline systems and wellhead pressure control equipment. The successful candidate will play a key part in developing hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems using advanced CAE tools, supporting projects from initial proposal through to final delivery. Reporting to the Principal Engineer, the position offers the opportunity to contribute to world-class engineering solutions while driving innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence across the full project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

-Innovate, design, and develop customised, customer-centric electrical solutions using advanced CAE tools.

-Lead and execute design projects, including cost estimates, validation, and compliance documentation, ensuring delivery within budget and to client specifications.

-Provide expert technical support across departments and regions, including on-site installation, testing, and client meetings globally.

Qualifications & Skills

-Degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering – ensures foundational knowledge and expertise.

-Relevant experience in electrical design within the oil and gas or related engineering industries – demonstrates ability to perform in a similar role.

-Proficiency in CAE tools and engineering documentation standards – required for daily tasks and project execution.

-Strong understanding of industry-specific standards, regulations, and best practices – ensures compliance and operational excellence.

Desired Qualifications

-Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, or electromechanical systems – beneficial for optimising system design.

-Knowledge of manufacturing technologies and design for manufacturability – adds value to design efficiency.

-Previous experience in cross-functional, global engineering teams – provides relevant insights and adaptability.

What our Client can offer you

-Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance |Employee Assistance Programme

-Finance & Protection: Pension plan |Income protection |Life Assurance |Personal Accident

-Other flexible benefits available for you and your family through salary sacrifice:

Dental Insurance |Healthcare Cash Plan |?Partner Life Assurance |Critical Illness |Retail vouchers |Gym membership |Cycle to work |Travel Insurance

• Mon - Thur 08:00 - 16:30
• Fri 08:00 - 15:15

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Engineering, and Project Management

• Industries

  Oil and Gas and Manufacturing

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