Electrical Design Engineer

Overview:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to work for our client at their offices in Borehamwood, this exciting opportunity is reporting to the Technical & Quality Manager. The role will take responsibility for progressing the electrical and associated mechanical aspects of contracts through Engineering and Works across all project phases. The Electrical Engineer will manage the electrical component of projects for equipment supply and turnkey installations, working with colleagues in Process Engineering and Service Divisions to bring projects to commercial and technical completion within contract requirements. This Electrical Engineer will involve in design-focused responsibility including creating and revising control circuit designs, site wiring diagrams and panel layouts, using AutoCAD, along with project engineering elements.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist the Production Works Supervisor with progressing contracts through Engineering & Works using the company’s computer system and associated filing.

Communicate with cross-functional project team members or departments and collaborate with suppliers and technical departments as needed regarding product design and operation.

Progress the electrical engineering of contracts including control circuit design, site wiring diagrams and associated documentation, including compiling manuals.

Prepare and revise electrical and associated mechanical drawings including circuit diagrams, panel layout drawings, and site wiring diagrams.

Ensure accurate information is gathered and presented to Contracts Engineers to ensure equipment compliance with design data and to enable procurement and manufacture in line with contractual requirements.

Prepare and update Technical Service Department documents including standard manual sections, instrument setup and datasheets, and technical communications. Provide product and component selection/use information to colleagues in Contracts and Service Departments.

Assist commissioning and service engineers in the office and over the telephone with onsite technical and electrical queries and troubleshooting when required.

Experience:

Practical engineering professional with experience in system design within an ISO 9001 quality-driven business.

Preferably experienced in electrical engineering services with reference to steam or high-temperature process heating applications (other backgrounds considered).

High voltage systems experience advantageous.

Proficient in AutoCAD for Electrical Circuit Diagrams, P&IDs, and GA drawings. Knowledge of circuit design applications such as EPLAN or SEE Electrical is beneficial.

Proficient in MS Office suite, including SharePoint.

Track record of working on medium-sized, technology-oriented, multi-disciplinary projects.

Excellent organisational and multi-tasking ability.

Qualifications:

Practical engineering skills plus a formal qualification (HNC/HND or Degree) in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Experience in a similar role is desirable. Longer experience may be considered an advantage over academic achievement.

Communication Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work within a team environment and communicate effectively at all levels, including with customers and suppliers.

Knowledge of a second European is advantageous but not essential.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

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