Electrical Design Engineer

Permanent Futures Limited
Holbeck, West Yorkshire, LS11 9LY, United Kingdom
2 days ago
£45,000 – £50,000 pa

Salary

£45,000 – £50,000 pa

Posted
17 Apr 2026 (2 days ago)

Manufacturing Futures are supporting an automation-focused engineering business in their search for an Electrical Design Engineer. This role is well suited to an Electrical or Electronic Engineering graduate, or an early-career Electrical Design Engineer, looking to develop a long-term career within industrial automation.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will join a supportive and technically strong team with an excellent reputation for training and development. The successful Electrical Design Engineer will work on a range of standard and bespoke automated systems, gaining exposure to electrical design, control systems and project delivery under the guidance of experienced engineers.

Electrical Design Engineer – Role & Responsibilities – Automation / Electrical / Controls

Design electrical and electronic control systems for automated machinery

Produce electrical schematics and system drawings using CAD software

Support PLC, HMI and automation programming activities

Create BOMs and supporting technical documentation

Work on assigned projects with guidance from a senior engineer or mentor

Assist with technical queries and problem-solving within the engineering team

Investigate and evaluate new automation technologies

Electrical Design Engineer – Skills & Experience – Automation / Electrical / Controls

Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Experience or exposure to PLC programming and control systems

Proficient with electrical CAD software such as AutoCAD or similar

Previous experience in an Electrical Design Engineer or automation-related role

Strong desire to learn and develop within electrical and automation engineering

Electrical Design Engineer – Automation – Electrical – Controls – PLC

If you are an Electrical Design Engineer looking to build your career within a supportive automation environment, please apply now

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