At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead electrical design for advanced machinery and automation projects.
- Company: Innovative engineering firm in Bristol with a focus on advanced technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, strong benefits, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and influence design direction in cutting-edge projects.
- Why this job: Shape the future of engineering and mentor the next generation of designers.
- Qualifications: Strong background in electrical design and experience with safety standards.
Location: Bristol
Salary: £50,000 to £70,000
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working
We’re recruiting a Senior/Principal Electrical Design Engineer to lead electrical system design for advanced machinery and automation projects. This is a senior role with responsibility for design leadership, architecture, safety compliance, and mentoring a small team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the electrical design of complex machinery and automated systems.
- Own system architecture, design decisions, and technical direction.
- Run design reviews and ensure high engineering standards.
- Ensure designs meet required safety standards, such as ISO 12100, ISO 13849, EN 60204, BS EN 61010.
- Provide technical mentoring and support to junior and mid-level engineers.
- Work closely with mechanical, software, and systems teams.
- Improve design processes, documentation, and best practice.
Skills & Experience
- Strong background in electrical design for machinery or automation.
- Proven experience designing to ISO 12100, ISO 13849, EN 60204, BS EN 61010.
- Ability to lead architecture, design reviews, and technical decision-making.
- Experience mentoring or guiding engineers.
- Proficient with electrical CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar).
- Strong understanding of functional safety and machinery safety requirements.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Why apply for this role?
- Senior technical ownership with real influence over design direction.
- Opportunity to shape engineering standards and mentor the next generation of designers.
- Hybrid working, competitive salary, strong benefits, and long-term career development.
- Work on technology that underpins advanced manufacturing, scientific innovation, and next-generation engineering.
For more information, please contact Cathy Swain.
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