Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer

Tamworth – Up to 60k DOE

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a specialist engineering team delivering advanced automation, materials handling systems, robotic solutions, and defence‑related control panel projects. This role sits across multiple high‑value industries, including industrial automation and defence engineering, and requires a strong understanding of both complex electrical design and automation compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and develop electrical design solutions for automated machinery, robotics systems, and materials handling equipment
• Design control panels, particularly for defence‑sector applications (Derby‑based projects)
• Work across full project lifecycle: concept, detailed design, build support, and commissioning
• Ensure compliance with relevant automation safety standards and legislation
• Develop safety documentation and functional safety requirements
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and project engineering teams
• Support manufacturing and site teams during build and installation phases
• Work across multiple concurrent projects in a fast‑paced environment

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in electrical design engineering (non‑junior level)
• Strong background in automation, robotics, or materials handling systems
• Proven experience with control panel design and industrial electrical systems
• Solid understanding of automation safety standards and legislation
• Experience using: EPLAN (essential), SolidWorks Electrical (desirable / used internally)
• Knowledge of functional safety engineering tools such as SISTEMA
• Ability to interpret and apply engineering standards and compliance requirements
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across multi‑disciplinary teams
• Flexible and willing to travel on an ad hoc basis
• British Nationals due to security clearance

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