Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer – Special Purpose Machinery

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team delivering bespoke, high-speed machinery to customers worldwide. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience in special purpose control systems, including PLC platforms such as Siemens S7 and/or Rockwell ControlLogix. Experience with servo drives and motion control systems would be advantageous. You\’ll take ownership of complex projects from concept through to installation, ensuring compliance with current safety standards and supporting equipment certification. The role involves close collaboration with cross‑functional teams and regular customer interaction. Occasional international travel is required (approximately 4–5 trips per year).

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical and pneumatic system design
• PLC and safety control system design and validation
• Supporting CE certification and safety compliance
• Design reviews, technical specifications and documentation (FAT and as‑built)
• BOM creation and MRP uploads
• Providing technical support during build, installation and commissioning
• Supporting customer site visits and troubleshooting worldwide

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience designing electrical control systems for special purpose machinery
• Safety control system design and validation
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical
• Knowledge of relevant machinery safety standards
• Experience working with end users to define specifications

Desirable

• Risk assessments and SIL‑rated safety circuit design
• Motion control / servo drive applications

About You

• Proactive, organised and detail‑oriented
• Strong communicator with a collaborative approach
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Flexible and willing to travel internationally

A fantastic opportunity to work on innovative, bespoke engineering projects with global reach.