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Hardware Design Engineer

Summary of Role

• Responsible for the detailed electrical design of controls and drives systems
• Reporting directly to the Director of Engineering & Innovation

 

Job Responsibilities

• Electrical site surveys
• Calculations to support sizing and selection (Power, Short Circuit, Voltage Drop, Heat Dissipation, etc.)
• Equipment / component selection in line with client specification and internal preference
• Single line diagrams for power, control and networking / communications
• Control / Drive Panel general arrangements
• Electrical schematics and cable schedules
• Procurement of general components and materials
• Manufacturing handover, documentation and support
• As-built documentation from Testing and Commissioning
• Complying with all appropriate industry regulations, client specifications, and internal standards
• Meeting project milestones
• Contribution to the continuous improvement of the Hardware Design department
• Maintenance of the Technical Construction File
• Other duties as required

 

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Apprenticeship / Degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics
• Minimum 18 months in a similar role
• Experience using EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical
• Good understanding of control system electrical design

 

Personal Qualities

• Being a great team player as well as the ability to work off own initiative
• Excellent communication skills, both oral & written
• Confident and pro-active with an organised approach to work
• Situational adaptability
• Good problem solver
• Hands on attitude
• Enthusiastic and able to be relied upon

 

Remuneration Package

• Competitive salary
• Holidays 25 days (plus 8 Bank Holidays)
• Bonus scheme *
• BUPA Medical plan *
• Car allowance *
• Pension scheme
• Life Insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Flexible working
• Programme of personal development & training
• Free car parking
• EV charge points on-site
• Social & wellbeing activity programme
• Bike 2 work scheme

* Available on some positions