Design Engineer

Design Engineer Join to apply for the Design Engineer role at Davenham Switchgear Limited. Pay range: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum. Hours: Full Time, Permanent. Base location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 Annum. Work schedule: 8am - 4.30pm Monday to Thursday, 1pm finish Friday. Benefits 8am - 4.30pm Monday to Thursday, 1pm finish Friday Death in service - 3 x salary 25 days holidays On site parking Health plan after probation EAP Christmas shutdown On site Role Overview This is a new role reporting into the Head of Design based in Dublin. We are looking for a technical expert who can work autonomously, influence design strategy, and drive innovation. The role involves working with project leads, production teams, and clients to shape projects from concept to completion. Initial onboarding in Dublin for 3 weeks, then approximately 2 days a month in Dublin thereafter. The role is project oriented and PMP certification is desirable. Key Responsibilities Design & Development – create schematic designs, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings for switchgear control units using AutoCAD and other CAD tools. Ensure designs meet company, national, and international safety and performance standards. Experience with U/L standards desirable. Project Management – manage projects from inception to completion, including scope definition, design approvals, and on-time delivery. Coordinate with production teams to implement design changes, track milestones, and manage client expectations. Participate in vendor meetings and manage outsourced design or manufacturing support as needed. Client Engagement – build strong relationships with clients and internal teams, providing technical guidance and responding to inquiries. Prepare and lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), supporting clients with documentation and technical expertise. Documentation & Compliance – ensure accurate project documentation including as-built drawings, test certificates, warranty information, and H2C/O+M manuals. Maintain records and ensure all handover documentation is uploaded to client systems. Qualifications Degree in Electrical Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; MSc in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) advantageous. Post-graduate design experience, ideally in LV switchgear, PDU, or RPP design. Proficient in AutoCAD design, particularly 3‑phase schematic drawings. Experience producing technical drawings, calculations, and specifications. Strong understanding of engineering principles, industry standards, and compliance requirements. Excellent time management, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously. Project management certification desirable. Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite. Commercial awareness and client‑facing experience. Experience with Procore beneficial but not essential. Effective computer systems management and file organisation skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and international offices. Proactive and results-driven, demonstrating initiative, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions. Adaptable and resilient, able to respond to evolving project requirements and client needs. Note: We reserve the right to amend this job description in line with business needs. All changes will be communicated accordingly. No agencies please. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr