At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and manage innovative electrical projects from concept to commissioning.
- Company: Specialist engineering manufacturer delivering bespoke low voltage electrical solutions.
- Benefits: Salary up to £45,000, private healthcare, 25 days leave, and pension scheme.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities and ongoing professional development.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and work on exciting, technically challenging projects.
- Qualifications: HNC in Electrical Engineering and experience with LV electrical designs required.
About the Company
Our client is a specialist engineering manufacturer delivering bespoke low voltage (LV) electrical solutions across a range of industrial sectors. They design and manufacture custom switchgear, control panels, distribution equipment, transformers and packaged electrical solutions for clients throughout the UK.
About the Role
Due to continued growth, our client is looking to recruit an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join their engineering team. Working closely with senior engineering leadership, estimators, manufacturing teams and site engineers, you will play a key role in delivering electrical design projects from concept through to commissioning. This is an excellent opportunity to work on technically challenging projects while developing your career within a supportive engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce detailed electrical designs and schematics for LV switchgear using CAD software.
- Develop functional design specifications for LV protection and control systems.
- Manage electrical projects from design through to installation and commissioning.
- Liaise with clients, suppliers, contractors and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.
- Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
- Work with estimating teams to develop technical solutions from initial concepts.
- Provide technical support to sales, production and manufacturing teams.
- Prepare technical documentation, operating manuals and maintenance manuals.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential issues and work collaboratively to resolve them.
- Deliver projects within agreed budgets and timescales.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Experience producing electrical designs for LV electrical systems.
- Proficiency with electrical CAD packages such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, SEE Electrical or similar.
- Good understanding of BS7671 Wiring Regulations, BS EN 61439 and relevant IEC standards.
- Strong knowledge of electrical schematics and panel layouts.
- Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Right to work in the UK.
Desirable
- HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience with MCCs and PLC programming.
- Knowledge of integrating HV equipment into LV electrical systems.
What's on Offer
- Salary up to £45,000 DOE
- Private healthcare and health cash plan.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Company pension scheme.
- Ongoing professional development and training support.
- Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting projects across the UK and internationally.
- Supportive team environment with genuine opportunities for career progression.
Electrical Engineer in Washington employer: Vantage Consulting
Vantage Consulting is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values hands-on leadership and innovation in the manufacturing sector. Located in Hinckley, employees benefit from a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth and development, alongside competitive compensation and unique opportunities to influence operational success. Join us to be part of a team that prioritises accountability and communication, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
