Electrical Design Engineer

Key Competencies:

Essential

• Ideally hold electrical engineering qualification but applications with suitable and related previous design experience in switch-gear, automation and electrical control systems will have equal consideration
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft office packages
• UK Driver's Licence, access to own transport and willingness to travel within UK and Ireland
• Electrical experience (or relevant qualification - see above)
• Natural aptitude to logical problem solving
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technology
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to build relationships internally and externally with colleagues and clients
• Understanding of engineering drawings

Desirable

• Knowledge of various electrical design software packages
• Experience in design of electrical control systems
• Experience in EPlan & Auto-cad
• Previous experience in the water industry
• Project management skills

Role Summary

• Responsible for the interpretation of client's requirements in the design phase of projects.
• Preparation of detailed electrical design and general arrangement drawings for the manufacture of motor control & power distribution panels.
• Ensure compliance throughout the development of assigned projects with all relevant specifications, standards and safety regulations
• Preparation of bills of materials for procurement.
• Preparation of documentation for the testing, inspection and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Assisting with the preparation of tenders.
• Participate in design/process reviews for products as required
• Engage in problem solving and brainstorming, both individually and as part of the design team
• Maintain and update electronic files, using electronic document management software
• Liaise and build effective working relationships with clients
• Keeping up to date with changes to applicable UK and European legislation
• Keeping up to date with technological advances and new products
• Develop personal skills and capability through on-going training, as provided by the company or elsewhere subject to company approval
• Carry out any other duties appropriate to this post