Senior Electrical Design Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company as a Senior Electrical Design & Compliance Engineer, where your expertise will shape the future of food technology. In this pivotal role, you will design and optimize electrical systems for cutting-edge packaging machinery, ensuring compliance with global standards. Collaborate with a diverse team, contribute to sustainable innovation, and enjoy a supportive culture that prioritizes your growth. With opportunities for training and development, plus comprehensive benefits, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a dynamic environment. Embrace the chance to make a meaningful impact in the food industry!

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Pension plan

Gym memberships

Learning and development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with relevant experience.
• Proficient in Electrical CAD software, especially EPLAN.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain electrical schematic diagrams for packaging machinery.
• Ensure compliance with international electrical regulations.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Electrical CAD software (EPLAN)

PLC systems

Servo drive systems

AC Inverters

CE marking

IET 18th Edition certification

Industrial wiring practices

Functional Safety standards (ISO EN 13849-1)

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

Job description

Overview

At JBT, what we do matters. We know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business. Our purpose is to fortify the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation. Our values show who we are at our best: Serve with Integrity, Collaborate with Humility, Grow with Agility, Innovate with Impact.

The Opportunity

Working within our Proseal business as our Senior Electrical Design & Compliance Engineer, you will report to the Head of Automation. Your role will be to create, modify, and maintain electrical schematic diagrams for packaging machinery. You will be a technical authority on electrical regulations, ensuring compliance for a global market. You will source electrical components to meet project requirements and optimize machinery.

On a typical day, you may work on:

1. Electrical design to meet safety and functionality goals.
2. Producing wiring schematic diagrams following international regulations.
3. Ensuring appropriate test procedures for electrical safety and compliance.
4. Modeling electrical panel layouts.
5. Sourcing components such as sensors, actuators, cables, and switchgear.
6. Ensuring cables and protection devices are correctly sized.
7. Developing supporting documentation.

Requirements for the role

• Electrical Engineering degree, HND, or equivalent with experience as an electrical design engineer, preferably in the food industry.
• Proficient in Electrical CAD software, ideally EPLAN.
• Familiar with PLCs, servo drive systems, and AC Inverters.
• Knowledge of Mitsubishi control gear is a plus.
• Experience with CE marking, Machinery, Low Voltage, and EMC Directives.
• Familiarity with UL, CSA, and NFPA regulations.
• IET 18th Edition certification.
• Knowledge of industrial wiring practices, EMC noise-reduction, cable sizing, and overcurrent protection.
• Familiarity with Functional Safety standards, ISO EN 13849-1.
• Willingness to travel up to 5%, including occasional trips to suppliers and customers.

Why work at JBT

We are committed to our employees' development and providing opportunities for growth. We foster an inclusive team culture that encourages collaboration across our global teams. We support your growth through new experiences and challenges.

Benefits

• Training and development opportunities to advance to Senior Engineer.
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Access to our benefits portal, including pension, gym memberships, learning and development, employee assistance, and retail discounts.

Commitment to Diversity

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging are fundamental values at JBT. We are dedicated to equal employment opportunity for all, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We are proud to be an inclusive workplace.