1,743 Electrical Design Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom

• Design and develop electrical control panels for a range of bespoke projects
• Produce detailed electrical schematics and panel layouts
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to understand technical requirements
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations
• Support the wider engineering team with technical input throughout the project lifecycle

• Strong experience in electrical design, specifically relating to control panels
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical – this is essential
• Experience with E-Plan is highly desirable; however, full training will be provided for the right candidate
• Familiarity with projects across industrial, commercial, and/or agricultural environments is beneficial
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving

Electrical Design Engineer - London - To 50K

What sets this consultancy apart is the culture. It's got the laid-back vibe of an Aussie, paired with the down-to-earth friendliness of a Northerner!

The down-to-earth MEP Director always staying calm under pressure. Their office environment is a friendly atmosphere, with a visible management team dedicated to employee development.

They recognise and reward Engineers and appreciate that people have a life outside of work.

Due to growth, they are now looking for an additional Electrical Design Engineer for their London office.

No getting lost in the big corporate machine. Here you'll be a bigger cog in a smaller, smarter wheel, where your ideas actually turn things.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you'll work on projects from inception to handover, including hotels, mixed-use developments, and commercial offices.

You'll enjoy working in a stable, friendly, and experienced team of Building Services Engineers and designing lighting, small power, fire alarms, LV distribution, UPSs, standby power generation, security, CCTV, and access control on projects.

You'll enjoy more autonomy, no office politics, more client contact, and the opportunity of genuinely having a say in the future success and direction of the firm.

Requirements

• Degree or HND in Building Services or Electrical Engineering
• Able to use Amtech, DIALux, Relux, or ElectricalOM
• At least 3 years' experience in a similar role
• Willing to work from their London office two to three days a week as required

Working from a beautifully designed studio in North London, you'll join a collaborative team where MEP engineers, architects, and structural engineers work in true partnership in an interdisciplinary manner, not in silos. Their MEP Engineers don't just follow trends; they set them.

The result?

Buildings that sit harmoniously in their environment and tread lightly on the planet.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you'll be hands-on with an inspiring variety of projects, everything from sensitive refurbishments of listed buildings to major new-build developments.

Crucially, you'll have the time, support, and fee structure to deliver high-quality design. They never overcommit or underprice projects.

You'll take ownership from feasibility to completion and feel genuine pride pointing at a finished building and saying, "I designed that."

What you'll need:

• 3 or more years experience in Electrical Building Services design
• Proficiency in Revit or tools such as Amtech, ElectricalOM, or StabiCAD
• Strong technical knowledge of LV power distribution, lighting, emergency systems, etc.
• Ability to technically lead projects and coordinate with other disciplines

What's in it for you:

• Up to 45K salary + discretionary annual bonus
• 26 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home)
• Flexible hours, option to start between 8am-10 am, 37.5-hour workweek
• Support toward Chartership (CEng) via a structured development program
• Regular CPD sessions and bi-annual performance reviews
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%
• Cycle to work scheme or interest-free season ticket loan
• Tech loan scheme, buy the latest devices interest-free
• Payment of Professional membership fees
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave
• A genuinely supportive, sociable workplace culture

Ready to work on projects you'll be proud of? Join a practice where your creativity, time, and well-being are respected.

Please contact me on (phone number removed) or send me a message for more information.

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Electrical Design Engineer

Telford

45,000-48,000 + Training + Great Work-Life Balance + International Travel Opportunities + Company Benefits

Excellent opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer to join a global, well-established company where you'll be recognised as the technical expert in your field.

On offer is a key role within the design department where you'll lead electrical design activities, contribute to new product development, and receive ongoing training to broaden your skills.

With over three decades of engineering excellence, this company provides bespoke solutions for blue-chip clients worldwide. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a skilled Electrical Design Engineer to join their collaborative and knowledgeable team.

The day-to-day responsibilities include producing and validating innovative electrical system designs, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and driving design improvements. You will play an integral part in delivering high-quality products.

The ideal candidate will have strong electrical design experience and a working knowledge of 3D CAD software. A solid understanding of electrical network calculations is essential, and familiarity with IEC 61439 and IEC 62208 standards is advantageous.

The role:
* Electrical Design Engineering using a 3D CAD package
* Product validation processes and electrical network calculations
* Office-based in Telford
* Monday-Friday days (8:30am-5pm, 2pm finish on Friday)

The person:
* Experienced in Electrical Design
* 3D CAD experience (Creo is advantageous but not essential)
* Electrical Engineering degree preferred
* Manufacturing knowledge

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Eve Terry at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Electrical Design Engineer
Burton-on-Trent
Up to 65k

Responsibilities:

• Create detailed electrical schematics, layouts, and wiring diagrams for control panels, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and industry standards.
• Specify and source components such as PLCs, relays, HMIs, and sensors to optimize system performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and integrate control systems with broader industrial processes, ensuring seamless functionality.
• Produce high-quality design documentation, including BOMs (Bills of Materials), test procedures, and user manuals.
• Work closely with clients to interpret requirements, present design concepts, and incorporate feedback.
• Ensure designs meet relevant regulatory and safety standards; support testing and commissioning of systems when required.
• Identify opportunities to enhance design processes, reduce costs, and improve product reliability.
• Collaborate with production, proposals, and procurement teams to ensure smooth project delivery.

Essential experience:

• Proven experience in electrical design, control systems, or a similar engineering role within manufacturing or industrial automation.
• Proficient in electrical CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical (Preferred), EPLAN, or similar).
• Familiarity with PLC programming, SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols is advantageous.
• Understanding of industry standards such as IEC, UL, or BS EN for electrical control panel design.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus.

Electrical Design Engineer 
Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
£40,000-£60,000 + benefits

Jackson Hogg is delighted to be working with a leading offshore engineering business delivering offshore equipment to oil&gas, energy/wind industries. They are now looking to bring an experenced Electrical Design Engineer to work on their exciting and varied projects.

Electrical Design Engineer Key Responsibilities:

• Specifies and designs control system circuits and documentation.
li>Develops and simulates PLC, HMI/SCADA systems and software.
• Configures and commissions inverter drives.
• Checks and approves electrical schematics.
• Checks calculations and architecture.
• Conducts functional safety studies.
• Reviews designs against DNV and/or other standards.
• Selects and procures control system components.
• Contributes to sales proposals.
• Liaises with suppliers for expediting purposes.

Electrical Design Engineer Key Requirements:

• Degree-level qualification, or equivalent.
• Experienced in designing and commissioning safety automation and control systems for marine and/or hazardous environments.
• Understands PLC programming for safety and process applications.
• On-site commissioning and fault-finding experience.
• Siemens TIA Portal experience.
• Experience with DNV certification (optional)
• Experience with SIL (optional)

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now or get in touch with Eleni Avgenaki at Jackson Hogg for a confidential chat.

Electrical Design Engineer

Leicester 50k

KAP Technical are currently working a client who are working towards expansion into the Automotive sector for heavy vehicles (buses, lorries trucks etc) and Fuel Cell applications.

Are looking to recruit the following.

Electrical design engineer who can provide expertise to support the engineering team with the design of electrical equipment for a range of industrial applications. This is a pivotal role to the business as the design team continue to develop innovative solutions to meet customer specifications and develop products for new market applications.

• Review design requirements & assist engineering team with technical aspects of designs including specification of materials.
• Produce design calculations and corresponding paperwork to manufacture designs (resistor element and design overview sheets).
• Produce and Approve drawings, Bills of Materials and other design information issued for equipment manufacture.
• Conduct technical investigations, develop, and maintain appropriate design and support processes, carrying out root cause analysis and initiating corrective action as necessary.
• Provide technical support to Production, Sales, Service and Customer Support.

Ideally you will have the following.

• Qualified to degree level in electrical engineering.
• Knowledge of, and experience of designing in accordance with IEC 60204 and IEC 61439.

Experience of the product CE marking process and DFMEA.

A high level of competency with Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical is required.

Premier Recruitment Group has the privilege to recruit on behalf of our very prestigious client based in Basildon, Essex. We are recruiting for experienced and forward thinking Electrical Design Engineer . This is full time and permanent position and working for very well established company. Very interesting and varied role with a scope for progression.

We are looking to appoint an Electrical Design Engineer to work alongside the Automation Technicians to produce the electrical wiring diagrams for electrical control systems.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the ongoing drawing transition from AutoCAD to EPLAN, working with the rest of the Automation Department to agree on methods of working and drawing standards
• Generating electrical drawings and panel Layouts, with supporting electrical documentation (Bill of Materials, Component Lists, Cable Schedules, Terminal Rail Layouts etc.)
• Ensure all electrical drawings are updated promptly throughout the lifecycle of the project and shared with all relevant departments
• Maintain a database of preferred electrical devices to ensure consistency in functional hardware from project to project

Experience & Knowledge:

• Formal Electrical Engineering Qualification (e.g. apprenticeship)
• In-depth knowledge of EPLAN P8 and Pro Panel 3D is a necessity
• An EPLAN Certified Engineer (ECE) qualification
• Familiarity with Automated production machinery or other similar capital equipment
• Has worked in a project environment in cross-functional project teams

If interested please apply or contact Tom Kurczab at Premier Recruitment Group.

Premier Recruitment Group has the privilege to recruit on behalf of our very prestigious client based in Basildon, Essex. We are recruiting for experienced and forward thinking Electrical Design Engineer . This is full time and permanent position and working for very well established company. Very interesting and varied role with a scope for progression.

We are looking to appoint an Electrical Design Engineer to work alongside the Automation Technicians to produce the electrical wiring diagrams for electrical control systems.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the ongoing drawing transition from AutoCAD to EPLAN, working with the rest of the Automation Department to agree on methods of working and drawing standards
• Generating electrical drawings and panel Layouts, with supporting electrical documentation (Bill of Materials, Component Lists, Cable Schedules, Terminal Rail Layouts etc.)
• Ensure all electrical drawings are updated promptly throughout the lifecycle of the project and shared with all relevant departments
• Maintain a database of preferred electrical devices to ensure consistency in functional hardware from project to project

Experience & Knowledge:

• Formal Electrical Engineering Qualification (e.g. apprenticeship)
• In-depth knowledge of EPLAN P8 and Pro Panel 3D is a necessity
• An EPLAN Certified Engineer (ECE) qualification
• Familiarity with Automated production machinery or other similar capital equipment
• Has worked in a project environment in cross-functional project teams

If interested please apply or contact Tom Kurczab at Premier Recruitment Group.