Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Wolverhampton (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Package
Hours: 37 per week (flexible bands and core hours)
About the Senior Electrical Design Engineer Role
We are seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join our team in Wolverhampton.
You will lead electrical design work packages and manage a team of engineers delivering complex engineering solutions from concept through to handover.
Projects typically involve large-scale, high-integrity machinery and process systems for highly regulated environments, covering full lifecycle design, integration, and commissioning.
These include advanced control systems, automation solutions, and safety-critical instrumentation for major Energy, Research & Defence Infrastructure and process facilities.
Key Responsibilities of Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Interpret design input requirements into fit-for-purpose solutions
Deliver projects within allocated budgets and timescales
Day-to-day management of the electrical design team
Supervise, verify, and produce design deliverables including schematics, GA drawings, cable schedules, and calculations
Produce control panel designs including General Arrangements, detailed drawings, schematic diagrams, interlock diagrams for PLC & HMI hardware, motor starters & drives, safety circuits, instrumentation, and power distribution
Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and liaise with manufacturing, testing, and commissioning teams
Ensure compliance with UK H&S legislation and relevant standards
Participate in HAZOP and design reviews
Manage design change control and contract variations
Produce key technical documentation including FDS, software documentation, technical files, O&M manuals, spares lists, and test documentation
What We\’re Looking For in a Senior Electrical Design Engineer
HNC, HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
Extensive electrical design engineering experience
Prior experience managing and leading design teams
Proficient in AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical and MS Office
Knowledge of British/European standards and IEC 61508 (advantageous)
Ability to gain UK Security Clearance
Commitment to professional development – Chartership support provided
Salary & Benefits for Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Up to £69k starting salary
Hybrid & flexible working
Pension: 5% employer / 5% employee + Death in Service (3× salary)
25 days annual leave +
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