Electrical Design Engineer

Overview

Offer | up to £55k Annual Bonus Health Cash Plan Location | Sheffield (Office/Workshop) with UK-wide travel Skills we are looking for | EPlan, PLC/NI Hardware, Commissioning, EMC/Safety Job Description & Scope We are partnering with a dynamic and innovative system integration business to recruit an Electrical Design Engineer. This company is highly regarded for developing cutting-edge, automated data acquisition, test, measurement, and control systems for a diverse range of industries including aerospace, energy, and healthcare. Joining the system integration team, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design and build of bespoke control systems and instrument racks. The role provides an opportunity to deliver turnkey solutions in a fast-paced environment, working closely with software, systems, and project teams to ensure technical excellence, robust compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Key Requirements

• Knowledge. Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline. Knowledge of CE/UKCA marking and relevant safety directives (e.g., IEC 60204, BS EN 61010, BS EN 61508) is highly beneficial.
• Experience. Strong practical background backed by the ability to design electrical and electronic systems.
• Extensive experience with EPLAN (or alternative schematic tools like AutoCAD Electrical / SolidWorks Electrical) is essential.
• Commissioning. This role involves travelling up to 50% of the year. Proven hands-on experience in the on-site installation, debugging, and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Hardware. Familiarity with mainstream PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) or National Instruments (NI) hardware platforms.
• Capabilities. A results-focused mentality with excellent problem-solving skills to analyse technical challenges and deliver creative, effective solutions. Must be able to manage time and prioritise effectively.
• Communication. Excellent verbal and written skills to support customer interactions, generate technical documentation, and foster cross-functional teamwork.

The Role

Accurately capture and develop comprehensive electrical designs using EPlan in a timely manner. Select the correct control and measurement hardware based on stringent customer specifications. Take a hands-on approach to building, testing, and commissioning electrical systems in the workshop and on-site. Provide guidance on the installation and working functionality of software and hardware, including configuration settings. Generate robust technical documentation, including test plans, commissioning documents, and technical packs. Ensure all designs meet relevant standards, including IEC, ATEX, and machinery safety requirements. Troubleshoot problems and incompatibilities across both software and hardware, applying a practical understanding of EMC principles. Work alongside the business development team to develop proofs of concept and technical quotations.

Packages

• Salary. Competitive base salary dependent on experience.
• Holiday. 23 days annual leave, rising to 24 after 5 years service, plus an optional annual leave buy-back scheme.
• Health Plan. Health benefit cash plan offering access to 24-hour online GP services and financial contributions towards medical care (physio, dental, optician).
• Support. Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering advice and counselling for wellbeing, legal, and financial matters.
• Annual Bonus. Enrolment in the annual company performance-linked bonus scheme after your first year of service.
• Other. Workplace pension, employee referral scheme, and a Cycle to Work scheme.
• Travel. Flexibility to travel throughout the UK to customer sites (up to 30-50% of the time, including short notice), with potential overseas trips. You must hold a full, valid UK driving licence and own a vehicle for work travel.

Projects & Culture

Projects. Delivering bespoke turnkey solutions for automated test, measurement, and control across highly regulated and fascinating sectors. Culture. A dynamic and fast-paced collaborative engineering environment that rewards hands-on, autonomous, and results-driven individuals.