Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer – Heavy Platforms

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer to join their innovative team in the South Derby area. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead design projects for industrial systems and off-road products in the rail and mining sectors. You will collaborate closely with engineers and directors, ensuring the delivery of high-quality designs powered by various technologies. With a strong focus on safety and functionality, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a growing company. Join a team that values flexibility and employee contributions while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Pension with 4% employer contribution

Death in Service benefit

Bonus scheme based on performance

Flexible working scheme

Healthcare Group Scheme Membership

25 days holiday plus 8 statutory holidays

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical or Control Systems Engineering required.
• Experience in engineering and product design is essential.
• Knowledge of IEC 61508 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in designing industrial systems for rail and mining.
• Work with ERP systems and generate Bills of Materials.
• Support production with technical inquiries and component selection.

Skills

Electrical Design

2D CAD (AutoCAD Electrical)

PLC Software

CANbus Protocols

Machine Functional Safety

Simulink and Stateflow

Electrical Component Selection

3D CAD (Autodesk Inventor)

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Control Systems Engineering

Tools

Microsoft NAV

AutoCAD Electrical

ERP Systems

Job description

Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer - Good Salary - Permanent

Industrial and Off-Road Systems - South Derby Area - Rail and Mining Sector

A Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer is required to join a market leading Innovative Industrial and Off-Road Systems Company that is nearly 100 years old and is a leading UK supplier with significant growth expectations, so an exceptional time to join the organisation. The Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer will be reporting to the Engineering Director. The Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer will lead a small but growing team, working on designs for Industrial Systems and related off-road products for the rail and mining sector. The products and size of platforms range dependent on project and end client and are powered by Diesel, electric, battery or hybrid technologies. This Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer opportunity is a chance to join a team that is closely working with all employees, including the Directors, Engineers and support personnel.

Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer - Criteria

• Degree in a related subject (BEng, BSc) - such as Electrical or Control Systems Engineering.
• Experienced within an engineering and product design environment.
• Able to electrically design products, including 2D detail schematic/wiring drawings.
• Ideally IEC 61508 Certified.
• Knowledge of Simulink and Stateflow modelling.
• Ideally some knowledge of FPGA Toolsets.
• LV/HV electrical experience - up to 2,000 Volts DC.
• Knowledge and experience of CANbus protocols.
• Knowledge and experience of J1939-71 and J1939 - 76 and CAN open safety.
• Knowledge and experience of machine functional safety EN 61508 and EN ISO 13849.
• Ability to update existing designs, in conjunction with the mechanical design engineers.
• Able to support the technical author as required.
• Commutable to the South Derby area.

Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer - Key Responsibilities and Experience Required

• Capable of working with an ERP system (Microsoft NAV or similar).
• Able to work with associated Bills of Materials.
• Skilled with 2D CAD for schematic generation (ideally AutoCAD Electrical).
• Knowledge of AC and DC power systems, generator control or similar.
• Ability to support production with technical enquiries.
• Experienced with PLC Software and CANbus control systems Knowledge.
• Experience with Electrical Component Selection Methods.
• Preferred is experience within the Off-Road, Rail, EV or Heavy Platform Product Design.
• Some Knowledge of 3D CAD (ideally Autodesk Inventor).

Hours and Holidays

• 37 hours/week (Flexible working available if needed).
• 7.30 - 16.00 Mon to Thursday and 7.30 - 12.30 Friday.
• 25 days + 8 statutory holidays.

Other and Benefits - After successful 3-Month Probationary Period.

• Pension 4% employer contribution (+ 4% employee contribution).
• Death in Service equal to 4 x salary.
• Bonus scheme Dependent on Company performance (Non-Contractual).
• Flexible working scheme.
• Healthcare Group Scheme Membership.

If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of the Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer then apply directly or contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment. Either Direct Line 01384 446127 or email suitable MS Word CV's to [e-mail].

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