Senior Design Engineer

Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer ready to take the lead on technically challenging and high‑impact projects?
We’re looking for a Senior Design Engineer to join our clients growing engineering function, driving the design and delivery of control panels, MCCs and automation systems for a wide range of industrial applications. This role is based in the Hampshire area.
In this key role, you’ll take ownership of complex design work, provide technical leadership, and play a pivotal part in ensuring our solutions are safe, compliant, innovative, and cost‑effective.

Experience

* Leading the design and development of electrical control panels, MCCs and automation systems from concept to manufacture.

* Producing and reviewing detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and layouts.

* Verifying design integrity through testing and design verification processes.

* Ensuring all designs meet client specifications, functional requirements and BS EN 61439‑2:2021.

* Selecting and specifying electrical components with consideration of performance, compliance and value.

* Supporting manufacturing teams, resolving design queries, and providing technical input during FAT, SAT and commissioning.

* Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to continuous process and design improvement.

* Staying current with new standards, technologies and industry trends.

Qualifications

* Degree, HNC or HND in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).

* Strong practical knowledge of LV control panel and MCC design.

* Solid understanding of BS EN 61439‑2:2021.

* Experience supporting panel build, testing and commissioning activities.

* Ability to interpret specifications and deliver custom, compliant solutions.

* Experience leading or mentoring within a design environment.

* Hands‑on experience with automation systems or intelligent MCCs.

Desirable

* Advanced CAD capability (EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, Promis.E).

* Experience with PLC‑based control and industrial communication systems.

* Manufacturer or industry training in MCC or automation technologies.

* Further qualifications in electrical power, automation or systems engineering.

* Project or engineering management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2 Foundation, APMP)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed