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On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a Electrical Design Engineer for a 12 month contract based in Solihull Hyrbid.

J ob description - the role

As a Electrical Design Engineer you will be responsible for:

• Design and optimisation of electrical power systems to meet customer's requirements.
• Development and verification of a wider range of electrical equipment
• Support to manufacture and test of electrical products.
• Providing technical solutions that meet the customer, business and regulatory requirements.
• Representing the Project/Company to customers, suppliers and operators as necessary.

What we require from the Electrical Design Engineer :

• Strong electrical background.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent in the electrical field with experience in electrical design techniques.
• Experience in electrical power equipment specification would be advantageous.
• Demonstrable aptitude for problem solving.
• A track record of delivery in project engineering.
• Excellent communication/influencing skills.

Next Steps:

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

Please note that due to recent changes in Off Payroll (IR35) legislation, our client only operates with contractors that operate via a PAYE or Umbrella model. We are unable to accept applications from candidates wishing to operate under their own Limited Company.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.

ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

• Competitive Salary
li>Travel allowance  li>21 days annual leave + BH
• Pension
• Income Protection Plan & Death in Service Benefit
• Educational Assistance
• Bike to work scheme

My client, a leader in their field, is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join a close knit engineering team working across a range of low carbon energy projects in London and beyond.

This is a hands on, delivery focused Electrical Design Engineer role, ideal for someone who enjoys working across the full lifecycle of a project; from early design right through to commissioning and operation. You’ll work directly under a lead Electrical Engineer and be trusted with responsibility from the outset.

Key Responsibilities as Electrical Design Engineer

• Working closely with the supply chain to ensure quality and value throughout
• Leading electrical project engineering on a number of live jobs
• Being present on site as required, while also spending time in our London office
• Tracking performance and supporting reporting to the wider project team

Key Specifications as Electrical Design Engineer

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• At least five years’ experience in a similar role
< i>Full project engineering lifecycle: Design to Installation
• Good knowledge of HV/LV transformers and electrical infrastructure
• Knowledge of Heat Pumps/Chillers & Boilers is an advantage
• Confidence working with suppliers and site teams

If you're an experienced and knowledgeable Electrical Design Engineer who enjoys making real progress on real projects, this could be the right fit. 

Electrical Design Engineer

My client is a well established forward thinking manufacturing organisation based in Borehamwood, Herts who have an unexpected opportunity for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer.

This is an office/workshop based role progressing Electrical Engineering contracts from inception through to installation with the HVAC industry.

Do you have experience within the manufacturing arena, are you looking for a career opportunity within the UK office of a European Group and have Electrical Design experience within this field, then we would like to speak to you.

• Working with Production team with progressing contracts from inception to delivery
• Designing control circuits for boiler related equipment.
• Communicating with the project team members and collaborate with suppliers and Group factories and Technical Departments as needed regarding product design and operation.
• Compiling manuals.
• Use of Autocad, and P&IDs
• Preparing & revising electrical and associated mechanical drawings including Circuit Diagrams and Panel Layout Drawings, and Site Wiring Diagrams.
• Ensuring accurate information is gathered and presented to Contracts Engineers to ensure equipment compliance with design data and contractual requirements.
• Preparing and updating Technical Service Department documents including standard manual sections
• Assist commissioning and service engineers in office and over telephone with onsite technical and electrical queries and troubleshooting as and when necessary.

Working 9 am to 5.30 pm Monday to Thursday 9 am to 4.30 pm Fridays. Excellent benefits package

This role involves communicating between internal and external teams and customers and therefore strong written English and verbal communication skills are essential.

The role is based in Borehamwood, Herts, and candidates must live within easy commuting distance of this location. If you have the skills and experience as an Electrical or Electrical Design Engineer, please apply now. Immediate start available

Job Role: Electrical Design Engineer

Area: Medway Towns   

Salary: £65k

My client is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join the team.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing the technical mechanical design of assigned projects through to Stage 4/5 as required, ensuring designs are produced to standards & within agreed timescales.
li>This role will include educational, commercial, mixed-use and residential projects.
• Work will primarily be under the supervision of the Design Manager, however it is expected work will be completed to a high quality prior to internal review.
• Initial review of design contract & qualifications (i.e. Stage 4/5 requirements, any technical reports required & any exclusions).
• Produce MEP designs, calculations & specifications using relevant software provided.
• Monitor the production of drawings to ensure timescales are met & QA once complete to ensure technical accuracy & consistency.
• Create and maintain detailed design documentation, including equipment schedules, energy modelling reports etc.
• Liaising with internal Project Team, external Client Team & internal Senior Management as required to ensure smooth delivery of design, incorporating any Client requirements and attending any internal/external meetings required.
• Issue & respond to any design related RFI’s.
< i>Undertake initial design site surveys, including use of Lidar scan to capture all relevant information for CAD engineer & internal design team to utilise throughout design process
• Produce energy modelling assessments and presentations as required.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Degree in Building Services Engineering (or equivalent qualification)
• Similar previous experience in Building Services industry
• Ability to demonstrate technical understanding of electrical discipline
• Experience in relevant design software, such as Revit, Hevacomp, AutoCAD
• Understanding of current Building Regulations & accredited services
• Full UK driver’s license.

This role is being handled by Chloe, PW Construction Recruitment .

Please apply with your CV or alternatively call (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.

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Role: Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Peterborough
Rate: £47 ph umbrella OR £34 ph paye

We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Design Technical Lead to join the Electrical Systems Team focused on designing, developing, and validating a range of battery packs and electrical systems for a variety of In House and 3rd Party applications.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the detailed specification, design collaboration with key suppliers, definition of detailed requirements based on key program objectives and risk assessments (FMEA’s) of the electrical system including high voltage and low voltage subsystems. These systems include battery cell to module, module to pack, pack to power system and power system to electrified machine.
li>Act as the electrical system architect and lead activities to be completed by the team which include 3D CAD design, schematics, harnessing, cable design and routing and electrical system validation.
• Ensure robust technical and timing plans are in place for current and future hardware requirements
• Oversee component specification, leveraging your expertise and question/critique supplier selections accordingly
• Develop and own electrical system schematics, high voltage, and control circuits, and ensure clarity and alignment with the battery system, power systems, and machine system.
• Collaborate with the validation team to ensure validation requirements and test plans at internal and external labs meet the needs of your validation plans and with the software team to ensure compatibility and alignment.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering subject.
< i>Relevant industrial experience in electrical system or high voltage battery pack design and development.
• Experience of high and low voltage power electronics.
• Experience of electric vehicle electrical system design and development is desirable.

Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Norwich

We're looking for a talented Electrical Design Engineer to join our Systems Engineering team, where you'll be responsible for developing electrical design solutions across the full life cycle of our systems range. This hands-on role offers the chance to work on a wide variety of projects, including power distribution, control panel design, wiring schematics, and system integration.

You'll play a key role in turning system requirements into robust, cost-effective, and high-quality engineering solutions. From initial concept through to prototype testing, installation, and commissioning, this role offers excellent scope for technical problem-solving, collaboration, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems, including power distribution, control panels, and instrumentation.
• Create new and maintain legacy electrical designs.
• Evaluate system requirements and identify appropriate technical solutions.
• Generate test plans, interface documentation, and supplier specifications.
• Support prototype testing and provide hands-on troubleshooting using electrical test equipment.
• Prepare clear and accurate technical reports, documentation, and presentations.
• Ensure all designs meet schedule, budget, and quality standards.
• Provide technical advice during installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, software, and project management.
• Undertake additional duties aligned with the scope of the role.

About You

Qualifications / Education / Training

• HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent demonstrable experience).

Technical Skills / Experience

• Knowledge and experience in industrial wiring and system interconnection.
• Ability to interpret and create technical drawings and specifications.
• Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment for fault finding and prototype testing.
• Strong technical report writing and documentation skills.
• Confident presenting technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience in electrical design calculations and analysis.

Personal Attributes

• Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong time management skills, comfortable working to deadlines.
• Exceptional problem solver, with the ability to propose innovative solutions.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills.

• Contribute to projects spanning the full engineering life cycle.

Electrical Design Engineer, Newcastle, Permanent

About the role
Amazing infrastructure isn't the only thing that gets built. Incredible careers do too. Join our clients team as an Electrical Design Engineer and build something to be proud of.
Due to the nature of our projects, we require individuals to hold full work rights within the UK, coupled with being eligible for SC level Security Clearance.

What you'll be doing
As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will have the following accountabilities;
o Create electrical designs and procure specialist packages in heavy industries.
o Design LV electrical distribution systems.
o Create the following documentation: Specifications & Datasheets, Cable Calculations & Schedules, Drawings (via CAD team).
o Review and check manufacturer document / information for compliance with
project specifications.
o Develop and maintain relationships with relevant technical consultants and
suppliers.

Who we're looking for
Qualities and experience:
o Must be proficient in Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign.
o Clear focus on collaboration and building relationships with other designers and
project teams to deliver cost effective and acceptable design solution
o Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and write clearly and succinctly
o Promote innovation and continuous improvement in design.
o Excellent IT Skills are desirable.
o Microsoft Office experience is essential including Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint.
o Detailed knowledge of codes of practice and other regulatory material.
o Experience in a broad range of heavy industries such as Petrochemical, Power
Generation, Renewables and Nuclear.
Beneficial experience:
o Design of HV electrical systems
o Use of AutoCAD and/or Revit software
o Use of Dialux or Relux software
o Use of SKM, ETAP, Digsilent, PSCAD software
o Design of ATEX systems

An opportunity for an experienced electrical design engineer is available with my client who are leader in control panel solutions, supplying to a wide range of industries in the UK. My client is looking for an electrical design engineer with control panel design experience using AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN.

Electrical Design Engineer role:
The successful Electrical Design Engineer will report the Engineering Manager and be responsible for:
Drawing schematics of control panels, cabinets, harnesses as well as line replaceable units in electrical CAD system.
Work in collaboration with production engineering to create the list of materials and component specifications.
Selecting components and cables based on the requirements given and voltages.
Complete multiple projects from the design phase all the way through to delivery
Be involved and perform tasks under guidance from others during the tendering, design, manufacturing, FAT, installation, and commissioning activities of a project.

Electrical Design Engineer requirement:
Proven electrical control panel solutions design
AutoCAD electrical software design experience
Educated to a relevant engineering qualification
Able to travel to customer sites when required

Electrical Design Engineer package:
Salary 35k - 45k DOE
Pension
23 days holiday + bank hols
Career progression

Electrical Design Engineer

Leicestershire

Salary: £42,000 – 50,000

Working hours: 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday (Flexible hours late start/early finish)

The Company:

Our client is a leading manufacturer of cooling systems in the UK used within Laboratories, high end laser cutting machines, and semiconductor manufacturing facilities.

As an employer they have 30 staff members in total across there onsite manufacturing facility including both Engineers and back-office support team. They are owned by a larger group with a revenue of £8 Million.

They are currently undergoing the process of expanding their premises, and acquiring an additional business, as such they are growing the team to allow for additional workload and increased efficiency so are looking for an engineer to join the team and become the “go to” engineer for electrical design, research and development.

The Role:

We are looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to support the team with their Electrical expertise. As the Primary Electrical expert, you will be reporting directly to the Engineering Manager. You will play a critical role in advising on electrical drawings, creating new electrical schematics, and updating outdated designs. You will also be involved in hands-on testing, creating test reports, and ensuring compliance with design standards.

Your Responsibilities will include:

• Advising on electrical drawings and redesigning product ranges
• 50% Electrical design, 20% electrical testing and 30% electrical documentation/administration
• Creating and updating electrical schematics
• Hands-on testing with test rigs and creating test reports
• Specifying components
• Ensuring design compliance

Qualifications and experience:

• Degree/HND level or equivalent qualification in an Electrical Engineering
• 3+ years’ experience in a similar position
• Experienced with AutoCAD Electrical or similar package
• Previous experience with electrical testing
• Good communicator with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude
• Independent and confident in your abilities

The Benefits:

• Competitive salary tailored to the applicant - £42,000 - 0,000
• Office based role – offering flexible working hours
• Pension scheme.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects in a dynamic environment.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced Electrical Design Engineer looking to join a growing company, we want to hear from you!

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