At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop innovative electrical systems for locomotives and heavy engineering projects.
- Company: Join a specialist engineering business in the locomotive sector with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 25 days leave, pension scheme, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with excellent career growth and flexible working arrangements planned.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on exciting projects while solving complex engineering challenges.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and experience in electrical design required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
The Opportunity
If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership of electrical design projects, contribute to the development of innovative rail and heavy engineering solutions, and play a key role in bringing engineering concepts to life, this is an opportunity to join a specialist engineering business operating within the locomotive sector.
We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support the design, development and delivery of electrical systems for locomotives and associated equipment. Reporting directly to the Principal Electrical Engineer, you will work closely with mechanical engineering, manufacturing and project teams to deliver safe, reliable and maintainable electrical solutions across a variety of projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges within a heavy engineering environment. You'll be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from electrical schematics and control system design through to testing, commissioning, technical support and continuous improvement activities.
Working within a collaborative engineering team, you'll have the opportunity to influence product performance, improve engineering standards and contribute to innovative technologies that support the future growth of the business.
Electrical Design Engineer Responsibilities
- Electrical Design & Development: Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and control system layouts in line with project requirements, customer specifications and engineering standards.
- System Design & Integration: Design and specify electrical components, control panels and associated systems, ensuring seamless integration with locomotive and equipment platforms.
- Technical Documentation: Produce and maintain accurate electrical drawings, bills of materials, specifications and supporting engineering documentation.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Systems and Project teams to deliver practical, efficient and commercially viable engineering solutions.
- Prototype Support & Testing: Support the development, testing, commissioning and validation of electrical systems and equipment.
- Problem Resolution: Investigate and resolve electrical design issues identified during manufacturing, testing or field service activities, implementing robust corrective actions where required.
- Continuous Improvement: Contribute to engineering improvements, design standardisation initiatives and process optimisation activities that enhance quality, performance and efficiency.
- Project Delivery: Support project planning and provide accurate reporting on technical progress, ensuring delivery against agreed timescales.
- Technical Compliance: Ensure designs comply with relevant electrical standards, safety regulations and industry best practice requirements.
Ideal Electrical Design Engineer Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Demonstrable experience in electrical design within locomotives, rail, transportation equipment or a related engineering sector.
- Strong proficiency using Electrical CAD software such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN or similar design packages.
- Good understanding of electrical systems, control systems, PLCs and associated industry standards.
- Experience integrating electrical systems into complex products or machinery.
- Strong analytical and fault-finding skills with the ability to develop practical engineering solutions.
- Able to manage multiple priorities, balance workloads and deliver projects to agreed deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary engineering and operational teams.
- High attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of engineering quality and safety.
- A proactive engineer who enjoys improving products, processes and engineering standards.
Location & Working Arrangements
- Location: Burton upon Trent
- Working Pattern: Full-time, site-based
- Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 08:00-16:30 and Friday 08:00-13:00
- Future Flexibility: Flexible and flexi-time arrangements are planned for future implementation.
Electrical Design Engineer Salary & Benefits
- Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme (3% employer / 5% employee contributions)
- Death in Service benefit of 2x annual basic salary from day one
- Employee sickness benefit following successful completion of probation: 4 weeks basic pay initially, increases by 1 week per completed year of service, up to a maximum entitlement of 11 weeks paid sickness leave
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Exposure to a diverse range of complex engineering projects
- Supportive and collaborative engineering environment
Electrical Design Engineer in Burton upon Trent employer: Ford & Stanley Select
Ford & Stanley Select is an exceptional employer that prioritises a people-first culture, fostering an environment where innovation and continuous improvement thrive. Located in the picturesque town of Pulborough, UK, employees benefit from competitive salaries, a car allowance, and ample opportunities for professional development, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in manufacturing leadership.
