Senior Electrical Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Plymouth is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to design and develop electrical systems for heavy machinery. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical design skills and experience with off-road vehicle systems. This permanent position offers competitive salary and opportunities for career progression in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Recent extended experience in an electrical design role.
• Ability to read and produce detailed electrical and technical drawings.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical standards and design regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Produce technical documentation and conduct simulations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure designs are accurate.

Skills

Electrical design skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisation skills

Education

HND or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

EPLAN

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Senior Electrical Design Engineer, plymouth

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Client:

MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy

Location:

plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

Electrical Design Engineer

MCS Group is proud to be recruiting for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Dungannon. The company specialises in the design and production of complex heavy machinery used across the aviation and transport industries, with a strong focus on innovation, quality, and sustainability.

This role is ideally suited to a motivated engineer with strong electrical design skills and experience working on electrified or off-road vehicle systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics, harnesses, and panel layouts in line with industry and legislative standards
• Produce technical documentation including design specs, part lists, and maintenance instructions
• Conduct simulations and technical analysis to validate electrical systems and support component selection
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure designs are accurate and fit for purpose
• Support software and control strategy development in coordination with PLC engineers
• Contribute to new product development and the enhancement of existing product ranges
• Ensure all designs meet internal standards and external regulatory requirements
• Assist with testing, validation, and fault-finding during the build process
• Maintain compliance with ISO 9001 quality standards and company health & safety procedures

Skills and Experience Required

• HND or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (or relevant hands-on experience)
• Recent extended experience in an electrical design role
• Proficient in using electrical design software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or EPLAN
• Experience with vehicle electrification or off-road vehicle systems (Desirable)
• Strong working knowledge of electrical standards and design regulations
• Ability to read and produce detailed electrical and technical drawings
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organisational skills
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider engineering team

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Permanent, full-time position with a growing manufacturing business
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Ben Picking, Specialist Consultant at MCS Group 028 96 935495

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