Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Bar Hill, Cambridgeshire
Job type: Permanent, full time
The Role
We are recruiting an Electrical Design Engineer on behalf of a world‑leading, independently owned technology business based in Bar Hill, Cambridgeshire. Financially stable and expanding globally, this is a business that invests in its people and offers a genuinely challenging and rewarding environment for engineers who want to make a real impact. You will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems and components across a range of projects, working closely with a multidisciplinary engineering team to ensure all designs meet project requirements, safety standards, and industry regulations. This is a hands‑on role with broad scope — from initial design through to testing, documentation, and production support — and would suit an experienced electrical design engineer who thrives in a collaborative, fast‑moving environment.
Main responsibilities
- Design and develop electrical systems and circuits, including power distribution, control panels, motor drives, and communication interfaces
- Create detailed electrical schematics and wiring diagrams using CAD software
- Specify and select electrical components including sensors, actuators, power supplies, relays, and circuit breakers
- Help build first‑off systems and demonstrate good practical skills for production and service teams to follow
- Work closely with mechanical and software engineers to integrate electrical designs into complete systems
- Conduct testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of electrical components and systems
- Perform electrical testing and analysis to validate designs, including signal integrity, noise, and EMI testing
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards and safety regulations including UL, CE, and ISO standards
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive technical documentation including schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and assembly instructions
- Support the production team during assembly and testing, providing guidance and troubleshooting assistance
- Identify opportunities to improve existing product designs, focusing on performance, reliability, and cost‑efficiency
- Travel to customer sites when required
Skills / experience
Essential
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Five or more years of experience in electrical design engineering
- Proficiency in electrical design software such as AutoCAD
- Strong understanding of electrical principles, power systems, motor controls, and PLC integration
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and experience with control systems design
- Familiarity with safety and regulatory standards for industrial machinery including UL, CE, and IEC
- Excellent problem‑solving skills with strong attention to detail
- Good communication skills and a team‑oriented approach
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work to tight deadlines
Desirable
- Experience in industrial machinery, printing technology, or a related field
Salary & working hours
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum, plus healthcare options and annual company bonus
Hours: Daytime hours, Monday to Friday
Occasional travel to customer sites required
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