Job Title: Senior Electrical Production Engineer
Location: Bridgwater
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Hours: Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours a week
Our well-established client in Bridgwater has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Production Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. As part of their continued growth and development, they have a vacancy for a Senior Electrical Production Engineer to support the design and manufacture of equipment, including new concepts and the refinement of existing designs, ensuring compliance with safety standards and electrical engineering codes. The engineer will also be responsible for the development of electrical engineering specifications and drawings, as well as working with other engineers and departments to ensure the successful implementation of the design.
Duties
* Overseeing control panel design, ensuring the manufacturing processes and quality of work are done in a safe and efficient manner to the latest legislation, ensuring that the appropriate electrical regulations are met for the contract end destination.
* Adhering to the specifications and established industry standards of the product while also ensuring that they meet the needs of the consumer.
* Coordinating the component wiring schedule for new contracts, creating and loading the BOM into our MRP system.
* Evaluating and evolving the final product in terms of appearance, performance, functionality, durability, and safety.
* Involved in developing the manufacturing processes and supply chains of our key suppliers.
* Determining production costs and strategizing the most cost-effective means of production.
* Communicating well with the engineering team to develop, train, and implement the products.
* Testing equipment prior to dispatch, which involves connecting all equipment to ensure it meets the design specification, replicating the final installation on site. Troubleshooting to resolve faults, recording findings, and signing off the equipment for final shipment to our customer.
* Troubleshooting and offering guidance and support to customers with existing equipment.
* Keeping abreast of advancements in engineering and production and sharing knowledge with team members.
* Flexibility in supporting other roles within the company.
Attributes
* HND in electrical engineering is desirable.
* A minimum of 5 years office-based experience as a Senior Electrical Production Engineer.
* Strong leadership abilities.
* Knowledge of manufacturing production and processes.
* Proficiency in 3D software such as AutoCAD, Inventor, and/or Solidworks.
* Sound knowledge of design and electrical engineering principles and best practices.
* Experience using automated control equipment such as PLCs and VFDs.
* Proven experience in fault finding electrical and mechanical equipment including pumps, fans, sensors, and actuators. This is not an exhaustive list.
* PLC programming is an advantage but not essential.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Excellent attention to detail and critically minded.
* The ability to stay abreast of advancements in technology and engineering design trends.
* Ability to be flexible and open to changes.
* Self-motivated with the ability to take ownership, working on your own or as part of a team.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
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