Our client, 3P Innovation, is a leading designer and manufacturer of automated machinery for the pharmaceutical, medical device, and FMCG industries. They deliver innovative, high-quality automation solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, and compliance. The team works collaboratively across design, engineering, and manufacturing to deliver bespoke and platform machinery to a global client base.
The Role: As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver electrical systems for machinery projects from concept through to commissioning and after-market support. This role is ideal for an engineer with hands-on experience in industrial electrical systems, looking to contribute to innovative automation projects and expand their expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and deliver electrical systems for custom and platform machinery projects.
- Produce wiring diagrams, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and technical documentation.
- Support validation, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and on-site installation.
- Collaborate with Mechanical and Software engineers to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues.
- Ensure compliance with European directives (Low Voltage, Machinery, EMC) and functional safety standards.
- Assist in project procurement and liaise with suppliers.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
- Hands-on experience with industrial electrical systems, control panels, and machine wiring.
- AutoCAD Electrical or similar CAD software proficiency.
- Knowledge of European directives and IEC (phone number removed).
- Understanding of motion control technologies (servo drives, inverters).
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with special-purpose machinery or regulated industries (pharmaceuticals/FMCG).
- Beckhoff / Siemens control systems knowledge.
- Functional safety design experience (ISO (phone number removed) or equivalent).
- Basic programming and familiarity with mechanical or pneumatic systems.
Why Apply? Join a forward-thinking company delivering bespoke automation solutions for global clients. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge machinery, collaborate across disciplines, and develop your career in a supportive, innovative environment.
Benefits:
- Hybrid working – typically 1 day in the office per week
- 28 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
- Employer pension contributions matched up to 7.5%
- Employee Ownership Dividend – up to £3,600 tax free
- Discretionary annual bonus (after probation)
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Enhanced family leave
Apply today to take the next step in your electrical engineering career with 3P Innovation!