Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Role

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Location

Southampton

Salary

Up to £50,000

Our client is seeking an experienced and technically strong Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead and deliver complex electrical design solutions across a range of engineering projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in the full project lifecycle, from concept and detailed design through to commissioning and handover, while providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design of projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, legislation, and client requirements
• Produce and review detailed electrical design documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, layouts, calculations, and specifications
• Carry out electrical calculations such as load studies, fault levels, cable sizing
• Provide technical guidance, support, and mentoring to junior and graduate engineers
• Review and approve designs produced by others, ensuring technical accuracy and quality
• Liaise with clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to resolve technical issues and deliver project requirements
• Support project planning, cost estimation, and risk assessments
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and safety assessments where required
• Support commissioning activities and provide technical assistance during installation and testing
• Identify opportunities for design improvement, standardisation, and innovation

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in a senior electrical design role within an engineering or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, control systems, and electrical safety
• Experience producing and checking detailed electrical designs and calculations
• Proficient with electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, ETAP, Amtech, or similar
• Strong understanding of applicable electrical standards and regulations
• Ability to lead technical discussions and make sound engineering decisions
• Experience within sectors such as energy, industrial automation, manufacturing, utilities, or infrastructure
• Experience with PLCs, control panels, or instrumentation design
• Knowledge of functional safety standards (e.g. IEC 61508 / 61511)

Package

• 25 days holidays + bank holidays
• Company pension
• Private healthcare

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