Electrical Design Engineer in Gloucester

Department: Controls / Electrical Engineering

Responsible to: Controls System Manager

Location: Gloucester / On-site (with occasional travel)

About TBS Engineering

TBS Engineering is a global leader in automated battery assembly and manufacturing equipment. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to creating a workplace where individuals can thrive, grow, and make a real impact.

The Role

As an Electrical Design Engineer at TBS Engineering, you will be responsible for the electrical design of a wide range of standard and special-purpose machines for the lead-acid battery industry. You will take technical ownership of assigned projects, working closely with mechanical, software, manufacturing, and operations teams to deliver robust, compliant, and cost-effective electrical designs. This role offers the opportunity to take technical leadership, contribute to complex automation projects, and play a key role in delivering innovative engineering solutions to global customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design of standard and special-purpose machinery, including lead casting machines, plate feeders and stackers, battery assembly and test machines, and robotic automation cells.
• Take technical lead responsibility on assigned projects, as agreed with the Controls System Manager and Technical Director.
• Produce detailed electrical designs in line with internal sales documentation and customer specifications (SSOW), including:

• Control panel and cabinet layouts
• Bills of materials (BOMs)
• Electrical design and compliance documentation

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• 3–5 years’ experience as an Electrical Design Engineer within the machinery or automation industry.
• Qualified to a minimum of HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of machine safety standards, including BS EN ISO 13849-1 & 2 and BS EN 60204-1.
• Experience in risk assessments and machine safety compliance (TÜV certification desirable).
• Proficient in electrical CAD systems; AutoCAD Electrical highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of design for manufacture, standardisation, and cost control.
• Proven ability to produce and interpret detailed electrical drawings and documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Confident, proactive approach with the ability to take technical ownership.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong IT skills and ability to manage design data effectively.
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to work to tight deadlines.
• Willingness to undertake ongoing professional development.
• Full passport and willingness to travel internationally on occasion.

Training will be provided on the company’s IFS (MRP) data control system.

Benefits

At TBS Engineering, we value our people and are committed to supporting their wellbeing and development. Our benefits include:

• Company pension plan
• Group life assurance and income protection
• Private medical insurance
• Employee incentive plan
• Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight (work 9 days over 2 weeks, with every other Friday off)
• Long Service Award

Bringing Our TBS Values to Life

• Customer Obsession – Always be passionate and obsessed with doing what it takes to make our customers happy.
• Relentless Invention – Always look for opportunities to push boundaries of performance and find a better way.
• Own The Outcome – Always take responsibility for the task and see it through to the desired outcome.
• Win Together – Always work collaboratively with each other and our customers to achieve positive results.
• Do The Right Thing – Always, without exception, act ethically, safely, with integrity, and never compromise our values.

Our Employee Value Proposition

When you give your best, we’ll do the same, with competitive pay, better benefits, flexibility, and real opportunities to learn, grow and have fun along the way. In return, we ask you to take pride and enthusiasm in your work, share your ideas, respect your colleagues and go the extra mile when it matters. The more we succeed together, the more we can give back. Working together, the business grows, and so do you!