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Electrical Design Engineer

Hinckley
5 days ago
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This engineering company designs and builds control systems for a wide range of industries including automotive, aerospace, logistics, and pharmaceutical.

As part of the team, you will receive competitive pay, structured support for your professional development, and the opportunity to work on technically interesting projects across the UK.

The company offers a clear, well-organised work environment where engineers are trusted and encouraged to take ownership of their work. With a strong reputation for quality and long-term client relationships, it’s a great place to grow your career with stability and purpose.

Eplan Electrical Design Engineer

£40k - £55k + Pension, Overtime

East & West Midlands

Ref: 24030

Electrical Design Engineer – The Role:

Use Electrical design CAD software to produce accurate, functional & cost-effective electrical system designs

Use discussions and technical documents to determine customer requirements

Produce customer documentation - functional design specifications & system manuals

Create accurate 2D layout drawings for electrical panel build system IO layout

Liaise with suppliers to determine appropriate component selection

Produce bills of materials (BOMs) accurately

Support the commissioning team to ensure successful FAT and SAT

Carry out design calculations either by hand or using software to verify suitability and performance

Collaborate with the wider design teams and departments to improve functions and processes & participate in design reviews

Electrical Design Engineer – The Person:

HND level or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or industry experience

Extensive experience with Eplan electrical design software

Experience with hand calculations for drive systems, electrical loadings and current ratings etc.

Excellent communication skills with excellent time management & the ability to prioritise workload

Prior experience in bespoke/special purpose machine building and design

Ability to deal with customers, suppliers and internal departments

An understanding and experience of UKCA/CE Technical file creation including carrying out risk assessments

Located in West Midlands, this role would be commutable from Coventry, Rugby, Hinckley, Leicester etc

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