JOB – Electrical Design Engineer – LV Switchgear
LOCATION – Norfolk
TERM – Permanent
SALARY – £40,000 - £50,000 DOE

My client is a growing electrical engineering business specialising in low voltage switchgear, power distribution and industrial control systems.

Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join their expanding team, taking responsibility for the design and delivery of LV switchgear and power distribution solutions from initial enquiry through to manufacture, testing and commissioning.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer with experience in LV switchgear or control panel design to work on a varied range of engineering projects.

The ideal candidate will have

• HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience
• Experience in LV switchgear, control panel or power distribution design
• Strong understanding of IEC 61439 and BS7671 standards
• Proficiency in AutoCAD for producing electrical schematics and panel layouts
• Good understanding of electrical protection systems and power distribution principles
• Experience specifying electrical components and equipment
• Understanding of electrical manufacturing and panel build processes
• Experience managing projects from design through to delivery
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with customers, suppliers and production teams
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the UK

The following would be advantageous

• Experience with Galaxy 3 (Cubic) software
• Knowledge of LV switchgear design and manufacture
• Familiarity with Motor Control Centres (MCCs)
• Knowledge of UKCA and CE requirements
• Experience in industrial automation and control systems
• Preparation of Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
• Experience with FAT, commissioning and fault finding

The role will involve

• Designing LV switchgear, power distribution systems and associated control systems
• Producing electrical schematics, panel layouts and technical documentation using AutoCAD and Cubic's Galaxy software
• Liaising with customers, suppliers, subcontractors and production teams
• Preparing quotations, project estimates and technical proposals
• Specifying electrical components in line with project requirements and industry standards
• Supporting FAT, installation, commissioning and project handover activities
• Developing and maintaining manufacturing and build documentation
• Ensuring all designs comply with relevant British and international standards
• Providing technical support and assisting with post-installation fault finding where required

The company offers

• 40-hour working week with an early finish on Fridays
• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking
• Company events
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to work on a variety of LV switchgear and industrial electrical projects
• Supportive working environment within a growing business