Electrical Project Engineer

Reporting to the Design Office Manager, you will lead the design, development and delivery of automation, control systems and LV switchgear projects for customers across a wide range of industries.

Projects are varied and technically demanding, running from initial concept through to commissioning and handover. You will bring technical expertise, drive project delivery and help uphold the company's strong reputation for quality and customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

* Design electrical control systems, automation solutions and LV switchgear assemblies

* Produce schematics, control panel layouts and backplate designs in EPLAN and AutoCAD

* Manage projects from enquiry to completion, meeting technical, commercial and delivery targets

* Prepare quotations, technical proposals and estimates

* Liaise with customers, suppliers, subcontractors and production teams

* Support the Design Office Manager with planning and mentor junior engineers and apprentices

* Support FAT, installation, commissioning, fault finding and SAT, plus handover documentation

* Ensure designs meet relevant standards, regulations and customer specifications

Essential Knowledge and Experience:

* HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent industry experience

* Thorough working knowledge of EN 60204 and BS 7671

* Proven experience in industrial automation, control systems and electrical design

* Proficient in EPLAN and AutoCAD, with a strong grasp of panel design and manufacture

* Experience managing engineering projects across the full lifecycle

* Excellent communicator, able to juggle multiple projects and priorities

* Proficient in Microsoft Office

* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel UK-wide, including occasional overnight stays

Desirable Experience

Advantageous but not essential:

* LV switchgear design and manufacture

* UL 508A knowledge and specifying hardware to UKCA, CE and UL standards

* Pneumatic system design

* Galaxy 3 (Cubic) software

* Writing FDS and manufacturing/build documentation, plus post-installation support

Benefits:

* £45,000 – £52,000 per annum, depending on experience

* Company pension scheme

* 40-hour week with an early finish on Fridays, plus on-site parking

* Ongoing training, professional development and company events

* Diverse projects in a supportive, growing business