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Electrical Design Engineer

Automation ExpertsHamilton, Blantyre🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 26 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
£40k - £50k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Electrical Design Engineer<br />£40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits Package<br />Located in either Manchester or Glasgow<br />Ref: 25538<br />Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer looking to work on high-profile utility, infrastructure and industrial projects? Do you want to join a growing engineering consultancy where you'll have the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects while developing your career?<br />We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and expanding engineering business that delivers innovative electrical engineering solutions across the UK. With a strong pipeline of projects and continued investment in its people, this is an excellent opportunity to become part of a collaborative team where your expertise will make a real impact.<br />Electrical Design Engineer – The Role:<br />As an Electrical Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering electrical designs from concept through to project completion. Working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality technical designs, carrying out electrical studies and supporting projects through design, construction and commissioning.<br />Key Responsibilities

  • Design of HV electrical systems for utility, infrastructure and industrial projects.
  • Produce electrical calculations including load flow, fault level and protection coordination studies.
  • Prepare design reports, calculations, drawings and technical documentation.
  • Carry out site surveys, inspections and provide technical support during project delivery.
  • Ensure designs comply with current UK regulations, standards and client specifications.
  • Attend client, contractor and design review meetings.
  • Support projects to ensure delivery on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.<br />Electrical Design Engineer – What We're Looking For:<br />We're looking for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and delivering practical engineering solutions.<br />Essential Requirements
  • HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering.
  • Experience designing of HV electrical systems.
  • Experience of Substation Design
  • Switchgear selection and sizing
  • Knowledge of electrical modelling software such as Amtech, ETAP or PowerFactory.
  • Understanding of UK electrical standards and industry regulations.
  • Experience producing technical reports and engineering documentation.
  • AutoCAD experience.
  • Background within utilities, power distribution, electrical connections or industrial projects.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.<br />Desirable
  • IET membership or working towards professional registration (IEng/CEng).
  • Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.<br />Why Join?
  • Genuine career progression with ongoing technical and professional development.
  • Work on a diverse portfolio of complex electrical infrastructure projects.
  • Join a successful and growing engineering business with long-term project security.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment where your ideas and expertise are valued.<br />If you're looking to take the next step in your engineering career and want to work on projects that challenge and develop your technical skills, we'd love to hear from you.<br />For further information please contact John Anderson

Skills

AutoCAD
Electrical Design
Stakeholder Management

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