Electrical Engineering Technician
Location: Midlands
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
The Opportunity
We are recruiting for an Electrical Engineering Technician to support the design and delivery of bespoke automation and electrical systems projects.
This role will involve preparing and developing electrical design documentation using EPLAN, including schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules, bills of materials and installation documentation. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will support projects from design through to manufacture, installation and commissioning.
Key Responsibilities
· Prepare and develop electrical design drawings and documentation using EPLAN Electric P8.
· Produce electrical schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules, bills of materials and associated project documentation.
· Support the selection and specification of electrical components in line with project requirements and engineering standards.
· Assist in the design of control panels, power distribution systems, drives, motors, safety devices, sensors and associated equipment.
· Support design reviews and update drawings following technical feedback, design checks and project revisions.
· Respond to technical queries from manufacturing, software, installation and commissioning teams.
· Ensure all electrical documentation is accurate, controlled and suitable for manufacture and installation.
· Support the continuous improvement of design standards, templates and engineering processes.
· Work collaboratively with the wider engineering team to deliver projects safely, accurately and on time.
Essential Requirements
· Experience producing electrical drawings, schematics and panel layouts within an industrial, automation, manufacturing or machinery environment.
· Experience using EPLAN Electric P8 or similar electrical design software.
· Understanding of industrial control panels, automation systems and electrical components.
· Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, technical specifications and project documentation.
· Strong attention to detail with a structured approach to producing and maintaining design documentation.
· Ability to work within established engineering processes and project requirements.
· Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
· Willingness to learn, develop and take technical guidance from senior engineers.
· Existing right to work in the UK.
Desirable Skills & Experience
· HNC, HND, apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
· Experience working with PLC hardware, drives, motors, sensors, safety devices and industrial field equipment.
· Experience supporting control panel manufacture, installation or commissioning activities.
· Awareness of machinery electrical and safety standards.
· Experience with 3D panel design software or generating automated reports and design documentation.
Benefits
· Competitive salary dependent on experience.
· 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
· Workplace pension scheme.
· Paid overtime or time off in lieu, subject to business requirements.
· Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
· Exposure to a wide variety of projects, technologies and industries.
· Supportive and collaborative working environment.
· Opportunity to join a well-established and growing engineering business.
Apply
· To apply, please submit your CV for consideration
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