Electrical Design / Project Engineer

Company: Automation Experts
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Location: Leicestershire
Job Description:

Electrical Design / Project Engineer

To £45k DOE + Pension, Overtime, Training & Development

Leicestershire. Ref: 25561

This is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Engineering Technician to join a recognised Control Systems engineering business delivering bespoke Automation Machinery and Electrical Control Solutions across a wide range of industrial sectors.

Electrical Engineering Technician – The Role:

  • Prepare and develop electrical schematics, panel layouts and project documentation using EPLAN Electric P8
  • Produce cable schedules, bills of materials, installation drawings and manufacturing documentation
  • Support the design of control panels, drives, motors, safety devices, sensors and associated electrical systems
  • Assist with electrical component selection and sizing in line with project specifications and engineering standards
  • Update drawings following design reviews and engineering changes
  • Provide technical support to panel build, software, installation and commissioning teams
  • Ensure all electrical documentation is accurate, controlled and suitable for manufacture and installation
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of electrical design standards, templates and engineering processes

Electrical Engineering Technician – What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience producing electrical drawings and schematics within an industrial automation, machinery or control panel environment
  • Experience using EPLAN Electric P8 or similar electrical CAD software
  • Good understanding of industrial control panels, automation systems and electrical components
  • Ability to interpret electrical drawings, technical specifications and engineering documentation
  • Strong attention to detail with a structured approach to producing accurate design documentation
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Electrical engineering qualification (HNC, HND, Apprenticeship or equivalent) would be advantageous
  • Knowledge of EN (phone number removed), ISO 13849, PLC hardware, drives or field devices would be beneficial

Why Join?

  • Develop your EPLAN and electrical design expertise alongside experienced engineers
  • Exposure to the full project lifecycle from design through to commissioning
  • Paid overtime and ongoing training & development opportunities
  • Supportive, collaborative engineering culture with long-term career progression

Interested?

Located in Leicestershire, this role is commutable from Hinckley, Coventry, Leicester, Nuneaton, Coalville, Lutterworth, Tamworth and surrounding areas.

For further information please contact Sharon Hill.

Posted: July 20th, 2026