Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Lead Industrial Systems

SF Partners; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

SF Partners is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer in Burton-on-Trent to own the design of complex electrical systems for industrial equipment. You will create schematics, layouts, and BOMs, and ensure safety and manufacturability across LV/MV power systems.

The role requires strong CAD proficiency (SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical), and 4–6+ years in electrical design, with mentoring能力 for junior engineers and collaboration with mechanical and controls teams.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical schematic design and creation experience.
• Experience using electrical CAD software such as SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of 3-phase LV/MV power systems.
• Knowledge of industrial controls, protection systems and grounding/earthing.
• Experience designing electrical systems for industrial equipment, power systems, switchgear, generators or similar engineered products.
• Understanding of control panels, wiring practices and manufacturing/build processes.
• Ability to perform electrical calculations and interpret relevant electrical standards.
• Previous experience supporting or mentoring junior engineers would be beneficial.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline preferred.
• Ideally 4-6+ years' electrical design experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex electrical systems for industrial equipment.
• Create electrical schematics and wiring diagrams using electrical design software such as SolidWorks Electrical or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Develop LV/MV power distribution, protection systems, control circuits and instrumentation.
• Produce cable schedules, panel layouts, Bills of Materials and technical specifications.
• Carry out electrical calculations including load analysis, cable sizing and fault current calculations.
• Select electrical components including breakers, fuses, relays, sensors, contactors and power electronics.
• Review electrical schematics and documentation produced by other engineers.
• Ensure designs are safe, compliant, manufacturable and meet relevant industry standards.
• Support prototype builds, electrical testing, FAT/SAT and commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues during manufacture and testing.
• Work closely with Mechanical, Controls and Production Engineering teams.
• Support and mentor more junior engineers and contribute to technical design reviews.
• Help develop and improve electrical engineering standards and processes.

Skills

Electrical design

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks Electrical

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

SF Partners is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer in Burton-on-Trent to own the design of complex electrical systems for industrial equipment. You will create schematics, layouts, and BOMs, and ensure safety and manufacturability across LV/MV power systems.

The role requires strong CAD proficiency (SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical), and 4–6+ years in electrical design, with mentoring能力 for junior engineers and collaboration with mechanical and controls teams.