Electrical Design Manager in Blackburn

Anord Mardix, a Flex company, is a global leader in critical power solutions. With facilities around the globe, Anord Mardix leads in critical power infrastructure, supporting a myriad of industries, from financial institutions to data centres. At Anord Mardix, we welcome people of all backgrounds. We develop skill sets, encourage curiosity, and enable empowerment.

Job Summary: Anord Mardix, a Flex company, manufactures switchgear and associated products for installation in mission-critical and live commercial buildings ranging from data centres to the international headquarters of some of the world's largest companies. To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add an Electrical Design Manager located in Kendal OR Blackburn.

In this role, you will lead our electrical design team, ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency. This role is pivotal in maintaining & growing Anord Mardix's reputation as a market leader in the critical power industry.

What a typical day looks like:

• Lead and manage the UK electrical design team, providing guidance and support.
• Oversee the design and development of electrical drawings (Schematics & General Arrangement) and associated Bill of Materials (BOMs) for all Anord Mardix products.
• Ensure all designs comply with the relevant industry standards and regional regulations.
• Manage resource allocation to align with planning management functions and project timelines.
• Maintain Electrical Design CAD Blocks and libraries to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless project execution.
• Manage performance of the electrical design team and identify both individual and team areas of investment & improvement whilst mentoring and developing junior engineers within the team.
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical expertise to the projects team.
• Contribute innovatively with the Quality & Engineering Systems departments to improve business best practice.
• Provide technical support to internal technical, mechanical, production and supply chain team departments where required.
• Maintain accurate & complete design records in line with our document control function.
• Participate in all aspects of team development and goal achievement Engineering Excellence.
• Help drive continuous improvement activities within engineering.
• Promote proactive risk identification, mitigation, and resolution; opportunity & issues identification throughout the project lifecycle.
• Resolving technical queries both internally and externally.

The experience we're looking to add to our team:

• Relevant engineering qualifications (BEng/MEng/CEng are preferred) or comparable industrial experience.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in an Electrical Design / Electrical Engineering role with proven strong leadership and team management skills essential.
• AutoCAD experience essential and AutoCAD Electrical experience or similar (E-plan / Promis-e experience) advantageous.
• Previous exposure & Knowledge of LV Distribution systems, PLC, Interlocking, small power & lighting, AC/DC power supplies, earthing systems etc. is advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret product standards, customer specifications and electrical single line diagrams / schematics.
• Knowledge of PLM tools such as Autodesk Vault as well as knowledge of ERP tools is advantageous.
• Demonstrated pro-active, practical & flexible approach to work.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication; verbal, written and presentational skills are essential.
• A valid full driving license is required, with occasional travel as needed.

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success.
• A competitive salary and benefits package which includes:

• A merit-based annual pay review.
• Enhanced annual leave.
• Attendance bonus.
• Employee recognition scheme and long service awards.
• Referral bonus.
• Volunteer days.
• Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year.
• Sick pay scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function.
• Travel opportunities (role dependent).
• Support in your well-being by access to Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice.
• On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.).

At Flex, we welcome people of all backgrounds. Our employees thrive here by living our values: we support each other as we strive to find a better way, we move fast with discipline and purpose, and we do the right thing always. Through a respectful, inclusive and collaborative culture, a career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your career growth and join our purpose -- to make great products that create value and improve people's lives.