Why this role stands out
Advance your career as an Electrical Design Engineer with Terry Parris Associates Ltd, where you'll shape innovative electrical systems from concept to production in a hybrid work environment. If you're a detail-oriented engineer with EPLAN or AutoCAD expertise, you'll thrive in this role offering valuable experience in bespoke manufacturing and a competitive salary of £40-45k. Apply now to join a dynamic team and contribute to exciting projects!
Quick overview
Job description
- Excellent Company
- £40 - £45K
- Great Staff Benefits
Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer (EPLAN / AutoCAD)
Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
Employment Type: Permanent - Full time
Salary; £40/45k
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled Electrical Design Engineer with experience in EPLAN or AutoCAD to support the design and development of electrical systems for low-volume manufacturing. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working across the full design lifecycle, from concept through to production, and capable of producing accurate, high-quality schematics and layouts tailored to bespoke or small-batch projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using EPLAN or AutoCAD
- Create and maintain detailed documentation for low-volume manufacturing projects
- Collaborate with mechanical engineers, production teams, and project stakeholders to ensure designs meet technical and commercial requirements
- Select appropriate electrical components and ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations
- Support prototyping, testing, and validation of electrical systems
- Modify and improve existing designs based on feedback from production or field performance
- Assist with troubleshooting and resolving design-related issues during manufacturing
- Maintain organized design files, revision control, and documentation standards
Required Skills & Experience
- Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer or similar role
- Proficiency in EPLAN and/or AutoCAD Electrical
- Strong understanding of electrical design principles, control systems, and panel design
- Experience producing schematics and layouts for manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with low-volume or bespoke manufacturing processes
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards (e.g., IEC, BS, or equivalent)
- Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and engineering drawings
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Desirable Skills
- Experience with PLC systems and control panel design
- Knowledge of wiring harness design and documentation
- Understanding of manufacturing processes and assembly practices
- Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering teams
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Practical, hands-on mindset with a focus on delivering workable solutions
- Adaptable and comfortable working in a low-volume, high-variation environment
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting projects
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Overseas travel
TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process
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