Essential skills: Electrical Design, Schematics,
Our client, a forward-thinking and innovative company, is seeking a highly skilled Lead Electrical Design Engineer to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in designing and developing cutting-edge NDP automation machines.
Key Responsibilities of the Electrical Design Engineer are:
* Lead the design and development of electrical systems for NDP automation machines, creating solutions from the ground up.
* Design and implement safety systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance.
* Develop and assemble electrical cabinets for new machinery with a focus on efficiency and reliability.
* Create, modify, and ensure the accuracy of electrical drawings and pneumatic diagrams.
* Support production teams by diagnosing and resolving electrical faults.
* Collaborate with the controls engineer during commissioning to ensure smooth operations.
* Champion continuous improvement initiatives for existing machinery.
* Take ownership of electrical safety, risk assessments, and compliance with relevant standards.
* Occasionally participate in international machine commissioning.
* Mentor and manage junior engineers and technicians.
* Maintain and manage electrical Bill of Materials (BOMs).
Required Skills & Experience for this Electrical Design Engineer position:
* A qualification in electrical or mechatronic engineering (e.g., HNC, HND, foundation degree, or bachelor's degree).
* Experience in reading and creating electrical schematics/circuit diagrams.
* A minimum of 2 years designing complete electrical systems, including safety systems.
* Strong understanding of UKCA/CE marking, PUWER, and machine certification standards.
* Familiarity with motor drive technologies (servo, DC, stepper, AC motors).
* Knowledge of PLCs, with experience in coding (Ladder logic and structured text) considered an advantage.
* Experience with SolidWorks Electrical is desirable.
* IOSH or equivalent health and safety certification is advantageous.
* Strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Working Hours:
Standard hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with flexibility for additional hours as needed.
What's On Offer:
* Competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £60,000, based on experience.
* Pension contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.
* 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
* A bonus scheme offering up to 20% of your annual salary.
* Death in service insurance (4x base salary).
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