Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer

Posted 2 days ago by SC ENGINEERING

£50 Per hour
Outside
Hybrid
Huddersfield, Kirklees

Summary: The Electrical Design Engineer role focuses on supporting control panel and automation projects through electrical design using EPLAN. This position is a 6-month contract, offering a competitive hourly rate and the potential for extension. The role requires a strong background in electrical design and the ability to work in a hybrid office environment. Immediate availability is preferred for candidates with the necessary skills and experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Electrical design using EPLAN (P8 preferred)
  • Producing control panel electrical schematics and drawings
  • Creating and updating electrical documentation packs
  • Generating BOMs, cable schedules, I/O lists and related documentation
  • Supporting engineering changes through build and commissioning stages
  • Working closely with panel build teams and project engineers
  • Ensuring all work meets relevant standards and customer requirements

Key Skills:

  • Strong background as an Electrical Design Engineer (industrial / automation / panel design)
  • Good working knowledge of EPLAN (P8 ideal)
  • Control panel design and electrical documentation experience
  • Ability to work in the office 3–4 days per week
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a project team environment

Salary (Rate): £50/hour

City: Huddersfield

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Electrical Design Engineer (EPLAN) – Control Panels / Documentation

Contract (Outside IR35)

Contract Details:

Rate: £45–£50 per hour (Outside IR35)

Length: 6 months (likely extension)

Location: Office-based 3–4 days per week (hybrid)

Start: ASAP / Immediate start available

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with strong EPLAN skills to support a control panel and automation project. This is a 6-month contract, outside IR35, with a competitive hourly rate and strong extension potential.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Electrical design using EPLAN (P8 preferred)
  • Producing control panel electrical schematics and drawings
  • Creating and updating electrical documentation packs
  • Generating BOMs, cable schedules, I/O lists and related documentation
  • Supporting engineering changes through build and commissioning stages
  • Working closely with panel build teams and project engineers
  • Ensuring all work meets relevant standards and customer requirements

Essential Skills / Experience:

  • Strong background as an Electrical Design Engineer (industrial / automation / panel design)
  • Good working knowledge of EPLAN (P8 ideal)
  • Control panel design and electrical documentation experience
  • Ability to work in the office 3–4 days per week
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a project team environment

If you’re an EPLAN Electrical Design Engineer available for a new outside IR35 contract and can commit to hybrid office working, apply now for immediate consideration.