Job Description

Contract Electrical Design Engineer

Cambridge

Up to £55/hr Outside IR35

We are working with an innovative engineering business developing advanced industrial systems used in high-performance manufacturing environments. Their technology helps customers reduce energy consumption, improve process reliability and introduce cutting-edge production methods across sectors including food & beverage and advanced composites.

Due to continued growth and new product development, they are looking for a contract Electrical Design Engineer to support the team developing next-generation products.

The Role: Electrical Design Engineer

* This is a broad and hands-on engineering role combining electrical design, problem-solving, system development and customer interaction.

* You’ll be involved throughout the full project lifecycle from concept and panel design through to build support, fault finding, commissioning and ongoing product improvement.

Key responsibilities include: Electrical Design Engineer

* Designing electrical control systems and control panels for industrial equipment

* Producing electrical schematics, documentation and revision-controlled design packs

* Supporting the development of next-generation products & systems

* Working closely with production, suppliers and subcontract manufacturers during system builds

* Diagnosing faults and supporting existing systems in the field

* Assisting with commissioning activities including FAT and SAT

* Collaborating with customers, suppliers and internal engineering teams to deliver robust technical solutions

* Supporting and mentoring junior engineers where appropriate

What We’re Looking For: Electrical Design Engineer

* We’re looking for engineers who combine solid electrical design capability with a practical, solutions-focused approach.

You should have experience in several of the following areas:

* Degree, Apprenticeship, HNC or equivalent qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

* Good industry experience in electrical systems and control panel design

* Experience designing industrial electrical systems to IEC (phone number removed)

* Understanding of machinery safety and safety circuit design (ISO 13849)

* Passion for innovation and creativity, challenging the status-quo to drive new product development

* Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills

* Good documentation, revision control and technical communication skills

* Comfortable working directly with customers, suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams

* Good working knowledge of Electrical design software – EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, WSCAD etc

* Understanding of PLC/HMI development and troubleshooting ideal