Electrical Design Engineer Location: Norwich or Coventry About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Design Engineer to join our client within the water sector. This role is a key position within their team, responsible for developing and implementing cost-effective control solutions that meet customer needs while complying with all relevant legislation and budget constraints.
Key Responsibilities: - To develop and successfully implement cost effective controls solutions for projects which meet the customer s needs whilst meeting all relevant legislation and staying within budget.
- To keep abreast of ever-changing technologies and implement proven technology which offer savings to the business.
- Be responsible for the detailed design, specification, implementation, FAT testing of the control solution.
- Support the Sales in the development of robust, cost-effective controls solutions.
- Pro-actively Value Engineer the solution to identify alternative materials, scope change opportunities whilst meeting performance, quality and compliance with Client/statutory standards, codes of practice and requirements.
- To attend design reviews and submit designs for approval.
- To be on site and be responsible for successful site commissioning (Hardware) and SAT testing (Hardware) of the control solution.
- Working within agreed procedures and formats which our client adheres to.
- To liaise with all interested departments on receipt of order and attend hand over meetings, as necessary.
- To maintain a close working relationship with all other departments to establish positive feedback on all contracts to ensure technical patterns are used for future reference.
- Assist with internal process development and identifying and removing waste / non-value-added activities. Help to maintain and develop procedures and systems to ensure the maintenance of manual and electronic filing systems.
- To assist where necessary in the event of holidays and sickness within the Engineering Team.
- Any other duties agreed from time-to-time with management.
About You: - 1-3+ years relevant experience in electrical design (hardware) relating to either/both MCC (DOL, ASD, Soft Start & VSD design), Switchgear, Control Panel and LV Distribution / Electrical Installations.
- Competence in working in a Systems Integration Environment, closely working with Software Engineers to develop Functional Design specifications (FDS).
- Specification, design, installation, and commissioning of equipment with internal and/or external resource.
- Knowledge of BS EN 61439, BS EN 60204.
- Qualified to the 18th Edition to BS 7671 wiring regulations.
- Experienced in producing Complex Electrical Schematics, General Arrangement Drawings and BOM.
- Experience in using AutoCAD Electrical.
What Our Client Can Offer You: Our client provides a dynamic and stable environment where you can develop your career while working on some of the UK s most exciting projects. Their impressive order book of over £3.8 billion ensures long-term career stability and opportunities for growth.
Their Benefits Include: - Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with service, with the option to purchase additional leave.
- Comprehensive pension plan.
- Private medical scheme options for salaried employees.
- Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support.
- Cycle to Work schemes.
- Share purchase schemes.
- Professional development support, including paid membership to one recognised professional association.
- Agile working options to provide flexibility in how and where you work.
About Our Client: Our client is committed to improving people s lives by building essential infrastructure and facilities that benefit communities. They are dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and collaboration. Their focus on sustainability and innovation ensures the delivery of long-term value for clients, stakeholders, and employees.