Electrical Design Engineer (control panels) £c40-50 /hr ltd rate

South East CONTRACT ABJ6492

Salary dependent on experience but c£40-50hr ltd rate (outside IR35)

April start 3-4 months with view to extension

Location: South East Onsite

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer of control panelsto join awell-established specialist engineering services company delivering bespoke control and automation solutions to industrial process clients across the UK.

This role will suit a practical and self-sufficient electrical design engineer who enjoys working on complete panel designs from concept through to manufacture. The company operates in a highly collaborative environment and is known for delivering technically robust solutions on complex projects.

The position is primarily office-based, with occasional visits to customer sites across the UK.

A driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical design of industrial control panels

Production of panel layouts and schematic drawings

Selection and specification of electrical components

Cable sizing and protection device selection (MCBs, fuses etc.)

Interpretation of customer specifications and relevant standards

Liaison with internal teams and client engineers

Supporting projects from design through to build stage

Occasional site visits within the UK

This is an opportunity to work with a highly respected engineering business on technically interesting projects, with the potential for longer-term contract extensions.

The role would suit a hands-on engineer who enjoys taking ownership of their work and contributing to a collaborative engineering team.

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven experience designing industrial control panels

Strong AutoCAD experience for electrical design documentation

Experience with AutoCAD Electrical a strong preference

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong understanding of electrical standards and specifications

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in MS Word and Excel

Full UK driving licence + car essential

Desirable Skills

Ability to help develop or implement an AutoCAD Electrical environment

Familiarity with hazardous area requirements

They offer an attractive salary (dependent on experience), To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson quoting ABJ6492 on (T: 0203 909 3782 / +44 (0)7814 547440) -