Electrical Design Engineer

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Design Engineer to join our client within the water sector. This role is a key position within their team, responsible for developing and implementing cost-effective control solutions that meet customer needs while complying with all relevant legislation and budget constraints.

Key Responsibilities:

• To develop and successfully implement cost effective controls solutions for projects which meet the customer's needs whilst meeting all relevant legislation and staying within budget.
• To keep abreast of ever-changing technologies and implement proven technology which offer savings to the business.
• Be responsible for the detailed design, specification, implementation, FAT testing of the control solution.
• Support the Sales in the development of robust, cost-effective controls solutions.
• Pro-actively Value Engineer the solution to identify alternative materials, scope change opportunities whilst meeting performance, quality and compliance with Client/statutory standards, codes of practice and requirements.
• To attend design reviews and submit designs for approval.
• To be on site and be responsible for successful site commissioning (Hardware) and SAT testing (Hardware) of the control solution.
• Working within agreed procedures and formats which our client adheres to.
• To liaise with all interested departments on receipt of order and attend hand over meetings, as necessary.
• To maintain a close working relationship with all other departments to establish positive feedback on all contracts to ensure technical patterns are used for future reference.
• Assist with internal process development and identifying and removing waste / non-value-added activities. Help to maintain and develop procedures and systems to ensure the maintenance of manual and electronic filing systems.
• To assist where necessary in the event of holidays and sickness within the Engineering Team.
• Any other duties agreed from time-to-time with management.

About You:

• 1-3+ years relevant experience in electrical design (hardware) relating to either/both MCC (DOL, ASD, Soft Start & VSD design), Switchgear, Control Panel and LV Distribution / Electrical Installations.
• Competence in working in a Systems Integration Environment, closely working with Software Engineers to develop Functional Design specifications (FDS).
• Specification, design, installation, and commissioning of equipment with internal and/or external resource.
• Knowledge of BS EN 61439, BS EN 60204.
• Qualified to the 18th Edition to BS 7671 wiring regulations.
• Experienced in producing Complex Electrical Schematics, General Arrangement Drawings and BOM.
• Experience in using AutoCAD Electrical.

What Our Client Can Offer You:

Our client provides a dynamic and stable environment where you can develop your career while working on some of the UK's most exciting projects. Their impressive order book of over £3.8 billion ensures long-term career stability and opportunities for growth.

Their Benefits Include:

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with service, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Comprehensive pension plan.
• Private medical scheme options for salaried employees.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support.
• Cycle to Work schemes.
• Share purchase schemes.
• Professional development support, including paid membership to one recognised professional association.
• Agile working options to provide flexibility in how and where you work.

About Our Client:

Our client is committed to improving people's lives by building essential infrastructure and facilities that benefit communities. They are dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and collaboration. Their focus on sustainability and innovation ensures the delivery of long-term value for clients, stakeholders, and employees.