Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Solidworks/Autocad

Job Description:

Senior Electrical Design Engineer - SolidWorks / AutoCAD

Redline has been retained by a global leader in critical power and power generation solutions who are seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their expanding R&D team, based on site in Burton On Trent.

Due to continued growth and increasing demand, our client is looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to design, develop and optimise electrical systems and control panels for advanced power generation equipment.

Responsibilities for this Senior Electrical Design Engineer role in Burton on Trent:

• Translate customer requirements into electrical definitions, specifications and schematics for loadbank systems.
• Produce wiring diagrams and schematics using AutoCAD and SolidWorks, selecting components based on standards, availability and cost.
• Collaborate with mechanical and systems teams to integrate electrical and mechanical components.
• Support key vendors in the manufacture and assembly of products with electrical elements.
• Address complex design and manufacturing challenges within the engineering team.
• Present and discuss design ideas with suppliers and produce prototypes for testing.
• Produce detailed electrical documentation, including layout drawings, calculations and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Communicate effectively with mechanical engineers to deliver detailed designs on schedule.
• Keep up to date with latest manufacturing techniques, drawing standards and industry best practices.

Key skills and experience required:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong professional experience in electrical system and control-panel design.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and SolidWorks for electrical schematics and layout drawings.
• Knowledge of electrical wiring, components, standards and design principles.
• Experience producing accurate BOMs, calculations and technical documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with mechanical and systems engineers.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and clear technical communication.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes for electrical assemblies is desirable.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company offering strong career progression and the chance to work for a global leader in critical power solutions.

To apply for this Senior Electrical Design Engineer - SolidWorks / AutoCAD (on-site in Burton on Trent) position, please send your CV to @(url removed)