Electrical Design Engineer

Vantage

Tamworth, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

Yesterday

£50,000 – £60,000 pa

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£50,000 – £60,000 pa

Job Type: Permanent
Work Pattern: Full-time
Work Location: On-site
Seniority: Mid
Education: Degree
Security Clearance: Required
Posted: 6 May 2026 (Yesterday)

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£50,000 – £60,000 pa

Job Type: Permanent
Work Pattern: Full-time
Work Location: On-site
Seniority: Mid
Education: Degree
Security Clearance: Required
Posted: 6 May 2026 (Yesterday)

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Electrical Design Engineer

Tamworth

Up to 60k DOE

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a specialist engineering team delivering advanced automation, materials handling systems, robotic solutions, and defence-related control panel projects.

This role sits across multiple high-value industries, including industrial automation and defence engineering, and requires a strong understanding of both complex electrical design and automation compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Produce and develop electrical design solutions for automated machinery, robotics systems, and materials handling equipment

Design control panels, particularly for defence-sector applications (Derby-based projects)

Work across full project lifecycle: concept, detailed design, build support, and commissioning

Ensure compliance with relevant automation safety standards and legislation

Develop safety documentation and functional safety requirements

Collaborate with mechanical, software, and project engineering teams

Support manufacturing and site teams during build and installation phases

Work across multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment

Essential Requirements

Minimum 3+ years' experience in electrical design engineering (non-junior level)

Strong background in automation, robotics, or materials handling systems

Proven experience with control panel design and industrial electrical systems

Solid understanding of automation safety standards and legislation

Experience using:

EPLAN (essential)

SolidWorks Electrical (desirable / used internally)

Knowledge of functional safety engineering tools such as SISTEMA

Ability to interpret and apply engineering standards and compliance requirements

Strong communication skills and ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams

Flexible and willing to travel on an ad hoc basis

British Nationals due to security clearance

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