Electrical Design Engineer

Role: Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Keele

Salary: Up to £45,000 depending on experience

My client is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join their busy team. This role involves producing high-quality schematic designs, supporting manufacturing processes, and collaborating closely with clients and internal teams to deliver efficient, compliant, and innovative automation solutions.

Responsibilities

Produce schematic designs for client approval using Eplan and AutoCAD Electrical
Ensure full supporting documentation is created to enable efficient manufacturing while meeting client requirements
Liaise with clients and suppliers to deliver optimal performance and cost-effective design solutions
Ensure designs comply with current legislation, safety standards, and best practices
Provide technical support (internal, external, and workshop-based)
Participate in site attendance and commissioning activities
Work with PLCs, HMIs, VSDs, and other control systems
Collaborate effectively with team members and support knowledge sharing and mentoring

Skills & Experience

BTEC / ONC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industrial automation qualification
Panel design, assembly, and wiring experience
knowledge of PLC programming, software design, and system integration
Strong understanding of the electrical/automation industry and related disciplines
Familiarity with VSD and soft start technologies
Knowledge of relevant legislation, compliance, and industry standards
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