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Electrical Design Engineer
Job Posted: 24 days ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leicester
Expire in: 4 days
Job Description
Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Leicester
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (DOE)
+ Overtime Rates, Flexible Working, Site Work Uplift
The Company:
Our client is a systems integrator specializing in control systems for heavy equipment. They design bespoke solutions that integrate electrical panels, hardware PLCs, and mechanical components, providing innovative systems to industries like power generation, oil and gas, and waste incineration.
With a team of around 30 and an annual turnover of £6 million, this growing company combines a strong reputation with a collaborative and supportive environment, offering exciting opportunities for talented engineers.
The Role:
As an Electrical Design Engineer, you’ll take ownership of projects from concept through to commissioning. Working within a close-knit engineering team, you’ll be designing, testing, and supporting control systems tailored to individual client needs.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Creating wiring diagrams, schematics, and control panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical
Performing cable sizing and circuit breaker calculations
Producing documentation such as I/O schedules, test specs, and Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
Selecting and specifying instrumentation such as thermocouples, RTDs, and pressure sensors
Overseeing testing and occasionally commissioning systems on-site (UK, Europe, Offshore – optional)
Collaborating with project managers and other engineers to ensure high-quality, integrated solutions
What We’re Looking For:
To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
A background in Electrical Design Engineering, ideally with control panels or rotating machinery
Working knowledge of PLCs, I/O systems, and field instrumentation
Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical (or similar)
Ability to calculate wiring sizes and select suitable protection
A hands-on, curious, and personable approach
Willingness to be office-based initially, with hybrid flexibility after six months
The Benefits:
• Competitive salary up to £55,000 depending on experience
• Overtime paid at 1.3x weekdays and 1.6x weekends
• Flexible start/finish times
• Hybrid working
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Career progression into Project Management available
How to Apply:
If you’re an experienced Electrical Design Engineer looking to work on exciting projects in a growing business, we want to hear from you!
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