Electrical Design Engineer (control panels) up to c45k + Benefits
South East - Perm Ref: ABJ6480

An experienced Electrical Design Engineer with control panel design expertise is required to join a well-established and growing engineering organisation delivering innovative automation and engineering solutions across a range of industries.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative, technically strong team environment, where you will play a key role in delivering high-quality engineered solutions from concept through to installation and client support.

You will work closely with Mechanical Design, Software, Project and Installation teams, contributing electrical designs, control panel layouts, schematic drawings, and technical support to both internal teams and external clients. This is primarily an office-based role in the South East, with occasional travel to client or supplier sites as projects require.

Key Responsibilities

Design electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic schematics using Eplan Pro Panel

Produce control panel layouts, wiring diagrams, cable schedules and component specifications

Specify and source components in collaboration with purchasing and software teams to meet project and cost targets

Select PLC/HMI hardware alongside software engineers

Support service/spares teams with technical queries and parts sourcing

Interpret customer specifications (URS) and ensure compliance with project requirements

Ensure compliance with relevant electrical standards (e.g. BS7671, IEC 60204, ISO 13849, UL508A, NFPA79, AS3000)

Provide technical input to sales enquiries where required

Support product quality, testing, inspection and documentation activities

Maintain design integrity through calculations and technical reporting

Identify replacement solutions for obsolete components

Work across low-voltage AC (110V600V) and extra-low voltage DC systems (typically 24V)

Qualifications & Experience

Electrical engineering background, ideally HNC/HND qualified or above

Practical electrical wiring experience (mechanical experience beneficial)

Electrical CAD experience (Eplan Pro Panel highly desirable)

Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel)

Ability to manage multiple projects with a flexible, problem-solving approach

Strong technical drawing interpretation skills and attention to detail

Desirable Experience

Control panel design for international markets (e.g. US, Australia)

BS7671 qualification

Knowledge of PLC platforms such as Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley or Siemens

Familiarity with industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, RS232, RS485 etc.)

Why Consider This Role?

Join a stable, technically respected engineering business

Work on varied, technically interesting projects

Collaborative engineering environment with strong cross-functional support

Opportunity to develop technical expertise and career progression

Competitive salary and benefits package

To Apply: Contact Alison Basson - 07814 547440 Ref: ABJ6480