Electrical Design Engineer

Ipswich

Salary: £42,000 - £55,000 per annum DOE

Summary
An exciting opportunity has come up for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to lead the function in the development of new packaging production machines. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business as they launch their innovative paper bottle and other products worldwide

Working Hours - 9am - 5pm

Overtime may be required during busy periods.

Electrical Design Engineer Benefits:

* Pension Contribution equal to 5% of your Base Salary (Opt-out option available)

* Holiday Entitlement: 25 days plus public holidays (or a pro-rata number of days per annum)

* Bonus Scheme: Up to 20% of salary (on a pro-rata basis)

* Death in Service Insurance: 4x base salary

Electrical Design Engineer Job Outline:

* Principal electrical designer on project.

* Design of safety systems.

* Detailed design of electrical cabinets.

* Responsible for originating all electrical drawings.

* Responsible for originating all pneumatics drawings.

* Support the build of electrical cabinets.

* Actively participate in build and run-up testing of machines.

* Support build and commissioning teams with electrical fault diagnosis.

* Assist controls engineer on commissioning activities.

* Responsible for electrical safety, electrical risk assessments, and standards compliance.

* Origination of electrical BOMS.

Electrical Design Engineer Skills & Qualifications:

* Electrical or mechatronic qualification, minimum foundation degree, HNC, HND, or degree in an applicable discipline.

* SolidWorks electrical experience advantageous.

* Minimum 5 years experience in designing machine electrical systems from scratch.

* Understanding of UKCA / CE marking PUWER and machine certification.

* Knowledge of different motor drive technologies such as servo, DC, stepper, and AC motors.

* IOSH or equivalent health and safety certification advantageous.

* PUWER accreditation / understanding advantageous.

* Good general computer skills.

* Strong cause-effect analytical abilities.

* Excellent communication skills.

Electrical Design Engineer Competencies:

Willingness to collaborate and support the team to achieve common goals.

Ability to evaluate problems, implement solutions, and address root causes.

Excellent communication skills and professional impact.

Proactively self-motivated, works well independently and within a team.

Maintains a positive, optimistic outlook and raises others' self-esteem.

Identifies opportunities for improvement and implements creative solutions.

Willingness to adapt and help across different areas of the business.

Commitment to meeting internal and external customer requirements with high standards.

Demonstrates drive and determination in the face of challenges.

Accountability for actions and fostering team ownership.

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