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Electrical Design Engineer

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Electrical Design Engineer – Solihull

Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (DOE)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:30
Holidays: 22 days + bank holidays
Benefits: Workplace pension, structured training, and clear progression opportunities.
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We are representing a specialist engineering group that delivers custom control solutions for critical sectors such as energy, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, chemical processing, and power generation. The business is part of a wider group that includes divisions focused on valves, pumps, heat exchangers, and control systems. Their reputation is built on technical expertise, reliability, and the ability to provide complete solutions from design through to installation.

The Role

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and developing electrical control panels and automation systems for industrial applications. This is a technical position requiring precision and compliance with UK and international standards. You will work closely with clients and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Design electrical control panels, producing detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, and layouts using CAD software.
Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support procurement and production.
Apply Design for Manufacture principles to improve assembly efficiency.
Collaborate with project managers and engineers to resolve technical queries.
Provide occasional support during installation and commissioning phases.
About the Business

Established in 2008, the company has grown steadily and now operates from a modern facility in Solihull.
They serve a diverse client base including NHS, food and beverage manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, chemical plants, and power generation facilities.
Their product range includes industrial control panels, motor control centres, and bespoke automation systems incorporating PLCs, HMIs, and advanced instrumentation.
The business prides itself on delivering tailored solutions that combine engineering innovation with practical design.
Requirements

Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer within control panel or industrial automation environments.
Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar CAD packages.
Strong understanding of electrical schematics and panel design.
Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and motor control systems is advantageous.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to international standards.
Package

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 (DOE)
Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays
Benefits: Workplace pension, structured training, and clear progression opportunities.
Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a growing engineering business where your technical expertise will make a real impact. You’ll work on varied projects across multiple industries, gain exposure to advanced technologies, and be part of a team committed to quality and innovation.

ATA Recruitment are working exclusively with this client we will be conducting a short list starting today, we will conduct the 1st interview over the phone and the successful candidates will then be forwarded to our client with our recommendation.

If you wish to be considered for this opportunity then please respond with your intention as we are looking to fill this role in the not-so-distant future, you will then be contacting by one of our Recruitment Consultant who will be able to provide more details. 

Contact:

Bhav Patel

Recruitment Consultant

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ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website.   

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