Electrical Design Engineer
CV-LibrarySaint Neots, CambridgeshirepermanentPosted: 16 March 2026
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My client is seeking a hands-on Electrical Design Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team, delivering control panel layouts, schematics, and technical support for installations and projects. This office-based role may require occasional travel to client or supplier sites.
Key Responsibilities:
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Create electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics using CAD software.
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Specify and source components to meet project requirements.
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Select PLCs/HMIs in collaboration with software engineers.
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Support service teams with technical queries and parts sourcing.
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Ensure compliance with relevant standards (BS7671, IEC 60204, ISO 13849, UL508A, NFPA79, AS3000).
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Work with low and extra-low voltage AC/DC systems (110V–600V, 24V).
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Collaborate with mechanical engineers to integrate control systems.
Skills & Experience:
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Practical electrical wiring experience; mechanical experience advantageous.
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Experience with electrical CAD (Eplan Pro Panel desirable).
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Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
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HNC/HND or higher in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred.
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Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable:
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Experience with international control panel standards.
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Knowledge of PLC hardware/software (Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley, Siemens).
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Familiarity with industrial networking systems (Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, RS232/485)
My client is seeking a hands-on Electrical Design Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team, delivering control panel layouts, schematics, and technical support for installations and projects. This office-based role may require occasional travel to client or supplier sites.
Key Responsibilities:
*
Create electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics using CAD software.
*
Specify and source components to meet project requirements.
*
Select PLCs/HMIs in collaboration with software engineers.
*
Support service teams with technical queries and parts sourcing.
*
Ensure compliance with relevant standards (BS7671, IEC 60204, ISO 13849, UL508A, NFPA79, AS3000).
*
Work with low and extra-low voltage AC/DC systems (110V–600V, 24V).
*
Collaborate with mechanical engineers to integrate control systems.
Skills & Experience:
*
Practical electrical wiring experience; mechanical experience advantageous.
*
Experience with electrical CAD (Eplan Pro Panel desirable).
*
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
*
HNC/HND or higher in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred.
*
Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
*
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable:
*
Experience with international control panel standards.
*
Knowledge of PLC hardware/software (Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley, Siemens).
*
Familiarity with industrial networking systems (Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, RS232/485)