Electrical Systems Engineer

Cambridge
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Electrical System Design Engineer

An opportunity to work for an industry-leader, designing all electrical, electronic and software elements of high-value capital equipment used in the Renewable Energy, Electric Vehicle manufacture, Aerospace, Defence sectors and more.

You'll develop a deep knowledge of numerous aspects of machine design, and will gain a valuable and diverse skill set.

You may have previously held a role as a Systems Design Engineer, Electrical Design Engineer, Controls Design Engineer or similar in a manufacturer of electro-mechanical machinery or systems.

The Package:

Salary - £50,000 (Negotiable)
27 Days holiday + bank holidays - Increasing with length of service
6% pension
Flexible working hours
Healthcare cover (Health Shield) The Role

Producing Electrical Drawings using ACAD 2020/EPLAN
Compile parts lists for production control processes
HMI Design and interfacing
Industrial PC, CNC and PLC Programming
Regularly liaising with other departments and outside resourcesRequirements

Electrical Engineer with a degree or equivalent in a related subject
Ideally you should have a working knowledge of the following disciplines: -

  • Electronics (Digital & Analogue)
  • Systems Control Techniques
  • Motion Control Systems including CNC control systems
  • Electrical Systems (Mains & Low Voltage)
    Worked with EPLAN electrical drawing system or similar CAD system such as AutoCAD electrical.
    Software Writing :- PC HMI Based Systems, PLC, CNC and / or National Instruments NI.WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent and contract jobs UK wide.

    WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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