At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver innovative electrical solutions for safety-critical projects.
- Company: Quest Global, a leading engineering services firm with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to work on impactful projects.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to learn and grow.
- Why this job: Join a diverse team and contribute to projects that shape a brighter future.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in regulated industries required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
At Quest Global, UK, we are actively hiring Electrical Design Engineers for one of our highly regulated and safety-critical projects based in Plymouth / South West, England. You must be a Sole British Citizen and qualify for Security Clearance.
The Electrical Design Engineer will be responsible for the development and delivery of electrical design packages from concept through to detailed design. The role will focus on producing engineering calculations, drawings, specifications and technical substantiation to support new installations, system modifications and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will work closely with multi-disciplinary engineering teams and customers to develop safe, compliant and cost-effective electrical design solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop conceptual, preliminary and detailed electrical designs for industrial and infrastructure projects.
- Produce and check electrical calculations including load assessments, cable sizing, voltage drop, fault level and protection studies.
- Prepare electrical single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules and equipment layouts.
- Develop technical specifications, design reports, equipment schedules and engineering substantiation documentation.
- Undertake design reviews and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations and customer requirements.
- Interface with mechanical, civil, structural and control & instrumentation engineers during design development.
- Support design verification, validation and technical assurance activities by conducting design simulations and computerised assessments.
- Provide engineering support during installation, commissioning and system testing activities.
- Manage technical queries and design changes throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintain configuration control of design documentation and drawings.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline.
- Experience delivering electrical design packages within a regulated industry.
- Strong understanding of LV and HV power distribution systems.
- Experience producing electrical calculations, technical specifications and design substantiation.
- Knowledge of electrical design standards and industry codes of practice.
- Knowledge of BS 7671, IEC standards and relevant industry regulations.
- Experience using CAD and electrical design software.
- Ability to interpret customer requirements and translate them into practical engineering designs.
- Experience working in defence, nuclear, energy, infrastructure or industrial sectors.
- Familiarity with ETAP, Amtech, Trimble, AutoCAD Electrical or similar design tools.
- Experience supporting design reviews, hazard assessments and safety case documentation.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and technical report-writing skills.
About us
Quest Global is an organisation at the forefront of innovation and one of the world’s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger and humility. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organisation that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.
Electrical Design Engineer in Plymouth employer: Quest Global
Quest Global is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in Huddersfield, where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills in technical documentation. With a focus on high-quality output and compliance with industry standards, the company offers meaningful opportunities for professional advancement while working alongside experienced engineering teams in the heavy engineering sector. Additionally, the supportive environment and commitment to employee well-being make Quest Global a rewarding place to build a career.
