Electrical Design Engineer

Whitchurch, Bath and North East Somerset
2 months ago
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Electrical Design Engineer
Electrical Design Engineer
Hengrove, Bristol
Up to £45,000 per annum + benefits
Monday to Friday – Flexible hours (40 hours per week, including paid breaks)
Primarily office-based with occasional site visits
Do you want to take a key role within a respected, Bristol-based Control Systems engineering company? We are recruiting an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a growing team delivering bespoke control and automation solutions across a wide range of industrial sectors.
This is not a copy-and-paste engineering environment. You’ll be designing electrical systems from scratch, working on varied and technically interesting projects across industries including defence, nuclear, FMCG, special purpose machinery, packaging, IIoT and R&D. Projects range from standalone hardware design through to full turnkey solutions from concept to commissioning.
You’ll be part of a close-knit, friendly engineering team that values collaboration, technical excellence and continuous development. The business is committed to investing in training, modern technologies and clear progression pathways, making this an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to develop and grow their career.
The Role as a Electrical Design Engineer:
• Design electrical control systems for bespoke industrial automation projects
• Produce detailed electrical schematics and drawings using EPlan and/or AutoCAD
• Design systems in accordance with relevant standards including BS EN 60204 and BS EN (phone number removed)
• Work on projects from initial concept through to commissioning
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams and engage with customers when required
• Support hardware design, system integration and documentation
• Attend customer sites occasionally to support project delivery
• Ensure all designs meet safety, quality and compliance requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and standards
The Person:
• Experience in electrical design or control systems engineering
• Competent using EPlan and/or AutoCAD
• Good understanding of safety in systems engineering and relevant standards
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
The Benefits of a Electrical Design Engineer:
• Salary up to £45,000 per annum
• £50 bonus for each day working on customer sites
• £10 bonus per overnight stay (where required)
• Guaranteed salary review within 12 months
• Paid overtime
• Flexible working hours (Monday–Friday)
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for long service
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development (internal and external)
• Friendly, sociable working environment
• Bristol-based office in Hengrove with free parking
Client does not offer sponsorships.
BMR Solutions operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency. We specialise in recruiting skilled engineers and manufacturing professionals across the Southwest.
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We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds

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