Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Leicester

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (DOE)

+ Overtime Rates, Flexible Working, Site Work Uplift

The Company:

Our client is a systems integrator specializing in control systems for heavy equipment. They design bespoke solutions that integrate electrical panels, hardware PLCs, and mechanical components, providing innovative systems to industries like power , oil and gas, and waste incineration.

With a team of around 30 and an annual turnover of £6 million, this growing company combines a strong reputation with a collaborative and supportive environment, offering exciting opportunities for talented engineers.

The Role:

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you’ll take ownership of projects from concept through to commissioning. Working within a close-knit engineering team, you’ll be designing, testing, and supporting control systems tailored to individual client needs.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Creating wiring diagrams, schematics, and control panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical

Performing cable sizing and circuit breaker calculations

Producing documentation such as I/O schedules, test specs, and Functional Design Specifications (FDS)

Selecting and specifying instrumentation such as thermocouples, RTDs, and pressure sensors

Overseeing testing and occasionally commissioning systems on-site (UK, Europe, Offshore – optional)

Collaborating with project managers and other engineers to ensure high-quality, integrated solutions

What We’re Looking For:

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

A background in Electrical Design Engineering, ideally with control panels or rotating machinery

Working knowledge of PLCs, I/O systems, and field instrumentation

Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical (or similar)

Ability to calculate wiring sizes and select suitable protection

A hands-on, curious and personable approach

Willingness to be office-based initially, with hybrid flexibility after six months

The Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £55,000 depending on experience

• Overtime paid at 1.3x weekdays and 1.6x weekends

• Flexible start/finish times

• Hybrid working

• Generous holiday allowance

• Pension scheme

How to Apply:

If you’re an experienced Electrical Design Engineer looking to work on exciting projects in a growing business, we want to hear from you!

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