Electrical Design Engineer

CV-Library
Plymouth, Devon
10 months ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Electrical Design Engineer

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

Electrical Design Engineer

WR Engineering Woore, Shropshire, CW3 9SJ, United Kingdom
£30,000 – £45,000 pa

Electrical Design Engineer

White Label Recruitment Accrington, BB5 1ES, United Kingdom

Electrical Design Engineer

Automation Experts Ltd Murston, ME10 3QZ, United Kingdom

Electrical Design Engineer

ATA Recruitment Pudsey, LS28 7LH, United Kingdom

Electrical Design Engineer

ATA Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom
Posted
12 Jun 2025 (10 months ago)

Electrical Design Engineer
Plymouth, Commutable from: Tavistock, Ivybridge, Saltash, Yelverton
Up to £59,280 per annum, dependant on experience + Bonus + Early Finish on Friday + Pension + Extra Benefits

Excellent opportunity for an individual with experience in electrical control systems design to join a market-leading, international company.

The company are a well-established, highly revered manufacturing company in the Plymouth area with sites across the world that not only are renowned for the quality of their products but also for being a leading and progressive employer within the area. Due to growth, they are currently for a Control Systems Engineer to join the design team.

Within this role you will work closely with the maintenance team and will be responsible for designing and drawing of electrical circuits and control panels, safety circuits, motion control, PLC & HMI programming and system integration into manufacturing robots and standalone machines.

This is a great opportunity to join a company where you will be well rewarded for your efforts, not just through a good salary, bonus, and benefits, but also through the chance to progress your career and make a big impact on your department.

The Role:

Design of control panels, identify obsolete components and source alternatives, design modifications for upgrades, implement continuous improvement, analyse downtime faults, causes and create effective PPM and TPM activities,
Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm, 3:30pm finish on Fridays
Benefits - Monthly & yearly bonus, 33 days holiday inc bank holidays (can purchase additional days via scheme) Life insurance 3x salary, 5% pension, retail discounts

The person:

Electrical Engineering qualifications
PLC & HMI programming knowledge
Strong communications skills, able to work within multi-disciplinary teams
Experience with AutoCad and/or Eplan design softwareReference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sophie Fox at Rise Technical Recruitment.

This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Where to Advertise Robotics Jobs in the UK (2026 Guide)

Advertising robotics jobs in the UK requires a different approach to most technical hiring. The candidate pool spans mechanical engineers, software developers, controls specialists, computer vision researchers and systems integrators — a multidisciplinary mix that general job boards are poorly equipped to reach. The strongest robotics candidates are often embedded in research groups, defence programmes or advanced manufacturing environments, and move between roles through specialist networks and industry events rather than mainstream platforms. This guide, published by RoboticsJobs.co.uk, covers where to advertise robotics roles in the UK in 2026, how the main platforms compare, what employers should expect to pay, and what the data says about hiring across different role types.

New Robotics Employers to Watch in 2026: UK and Global Companies Transforming Automation Careers

Robotics is moving rapidly from factory floors into healthcare, logistics, agriculture, autonomous systems, and consumer products. As automation becomes embedded in everyday life, companies are investing in robots that operate alongside humans, analyse environments in real time, and learn from data. In 2026, demand for robotics engineers, software developers, system integrators, and AI specialists continues to surge. For professionals exploring opportunities on www.RoboticsJobs.co.uk , understanding the employers that are scaling, winning contracts, securing investment, or expanding into the UK market is crucial. This article highlights top robotics employers to watch in 2026, spanning innovative startups, high‑growth scale‑ups, and established global technology leaders with strong UK presence.

How Many Robotics Tools Do You Need to Know to Get a Robotics Job?

If you’re pursuing a career in robotics, it can feel like the list of tools you should learn never ends. One job advert asks for ROS, another mentions Gazebo, another wants experience with Python, Linux, C++, RobotStudio, MATLAB/Simulink, perception stacks, control frameworks, real-time OS, vision libraries — and that’s just scratching the surface. With so many frameworks, languages and platforms, it’s no wonder robotics job seekers feel overwhelmed. But here’s the honest truth most recruiters won’t say explicitly: 👉 They don’t hire you because you know every tool — they hire you because you can apply the right tools to solve real robotics problems reliably and explain your reasoning clearly. Tools matter — but only in service of outcomes. So the real question isn’t how many tools you should know, but which tools you should master and why. For most robotics roles, the answer is significantly fewer — and far more focused — than you might assume. This article breaks down what employers really expect, which tools are core, which are role-specific, and how to focus your learning so you look capable, confident, and ready to contribute from day one.