Electrical Engineer / Design Engineer in Suffolk

Suffolk Full-Time 29700 - 36300 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible

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At a Glance

Tasks: Join our team to design and create innovative electrical solutions for the water industry.
Company: Established Electrical and Mechanical contractor with a strong reputation.
Benefits: Competitive salary, mileage reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth.
Other info: Dynamic work environment with travel opportunities across East Anglia.
Why this job: Make a real difference in the water sector while developing your engineering skills.
Qualifications: Experience in electrical design and proficiency in AutoCAD or similar software.

The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.

Glasswell and Last Ltd are a long established Electrical and Mechanical contractor. We are looking for Electrical Designers & Electrical CAD Technicians to join our in-house team, carrying out a number of surveys and subsequent design alongside our partners within the water industry. This position is based in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk with travelling to various sites around East Anglia and further afield required.

As an Electrical Designer you will be expected to assist the existing design team with the following tasks:

Site Surveys
Thermographic Surveys
Single line diagrams / Block cable diagrams / Cable termination drawings
System architectural diagrams
Cable calculations
Site layout drawings
Bill of materials/Quotations
Control Panel drawings
Lighting Designs

Experience sought:

Excellent communication skills to liaise with clients, subcontractors and others involved in the design process.
Well organised and able to work independently and as a team.
Designing electrical services.
Knowledge of BS7671 and other applicable electrical standards for the UK.
High standard of written and spoken English.
Full UK drivers licence essential.

Other advantageous experience:

HNC/HND level in building services or electrical engineering or degree equivalent or strong previous site experience.
Process and instrumentation experience.
Using Microsoft Visio, Projects, DIALux, Eplan and Amtech software knowledge.
Knowledge and experience of using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical to produce 2D drawings.
Previous experience working within the utility sector.

As an Electrical CAD Technician you will be expected to assist the existing design team with the following tasks:

Production of accurate drawings, as built documentation and other required design outputs i.e. bills of quantities, manufacturer's technical datasheets.
Effective use of document management techniques within a BIM environment i.e. uploading drawings for review and approval and ensuring amendments are captured.
Liaising with the project management team to develop project costings.
Liaising with our installation teams and clarifying technical details, taking on board feedback and improvements for future projects.

Experience Sought:

Experience with Autodesk software such as: AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical.
Good computer skills, with experience using common software packages like MS Word, Excel.
Full UK driving licence and use of your own car (Mileage reimbursed in line with HMRC rates should you have to use your own vehicle for business travel).

Other advantageous experience:

Ability to create 3D models using Autodesk Inventor from various stages of design input.
A recognised time served apprenticeship in a related discipline.
ONC, OND, HNC, HND or Degree in Electrical or Electrical & Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline.