JOB – Senior Project Design Engineer – Electrical & Controls
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LOCATION – Norfolk
TERM – Permanent
SALARY – £45,000 – £52,000 DOE
My client is a growing electrical engineering business specialising in industrial automation, control systems and low voltage switchgear solutions.
Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Senior Project Design Engineer to join their expanding team, taking responsibility for delivering projects from initial concept and electrical design through to manufacture, testing and commissioning.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with strong project management skills to work on a varied range of technically challenging projects across multiple industries.
The ideal candidate will have:
HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience
Proven experience in electrical design, industrial automation and control systems
Strong knowledge of EN60204 and BS7671 standards
Proficiency using EPLAN and AutoCAD to produce electrical schematics and panel layouts
Experience designing electrical control panels and backplates
Experience managing engineering projects from enquiry through to completion
Good understanding of LV switchgear and electrical manufacturing processes
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience supporting and mentoring junior engineers or apprentices
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the UK
The following would be advantageous:
Experience with LV switchgear design and manufacture
Knowledge of UL508A, UKCA and CE requirements
Experience with pneumatic system design
Experience preparing Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
Knowledge of manufacturing and build documentation
Experience with FAT, SAT and commissioning activities
The role will involve:
Designing electrical control systems, automation solutions and LV switchgear assemblies
Producing electrical schematics, control panel layouts and backplate designs using EPLAN and AutoCAD
Managing projects from initial enquiry through to delivery and commissioning
Preparing quotations, technical proposals, estimates and project documentation
Liaising with customers, suppliers, subcontractors and internal production teams
Supporting project planning and xwwtmva departmental objectives
Providing technical guidance to junior engineers and apprentices
Supporting FAT, installation, commissioning, fault finding and SAT activities
Ensuring designs comply with relevant industry standards and customer specifications
Preparing technical files, operating manuals and project handover documentation
The company offers:
40-hour working week with an early finish on Fridays
Company pension scheme
On-site parking
Company events and team activities
Ongoing training and professional development
Opportunity to work on a diverse range of automation and LV switchgear projects
Supportive working environment within a growing engineering business
Many thanks – Lynx Recruitment
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