Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Wolverhampton (Hybrid Working)

Salary: Up to £60,000 + Package

Hours: 37 per week (flexible bands and core hours)

About the Senior Electrical Design Engineer Role

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join our team in Wolverhampton.

You will lead electrical design work packages and manage a team of engineers delivering complex engineering solutions from concept through to handover.

Projects typically involve large-scale, high-integrity machinery and process systems for highly regulated environments, covering full lifecycle design, integration, and commissioning.

These include advanced control systems, automation solutions, and safety-critical instrumentation for major Energy, Research & Defence Infrastructure and process facilities.

Key Responsibilities of Senior Electrical Design Engineer

• Interpret design input requirements into fit-for-purpose solutions
• Deliver projects within allocated budgets and timescales
• Day-to-day management of the electrical design team
• Supervise, verify, and produce design deliverables including schematics, GA drawings, cable schedules, and calculations
• Produce control panel designs including General Arrangements, detailed drawings, schematic diagrams, interlock diagrams for PLC & HMI hardware, motor starters & drives, safety circuits, instrumentation, and power distribution
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and liaise with manufacturing, testing, and commissioning teams
• Ensure compliance with UK H&S legislation and relevant standards
• Participate in HAZOP and design reviews
• Manage design change control and contract variations
• Produce key technical documentation including FDS, software documentation, technical files, O&M manuals, spares lists, and test documentation

What We're Looking For in a Senior Electrical Design Engineer

• HNC, HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
• Extensive electrical design engineering experience
• Prior experience managing and leading design teams
• Proficient in AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical and MS Office
• Knowledge of British/European standards and IEC 61508 (advantageous)
• Ability to gain UK Security Clearance
• Commitment to professional development - Chartership support provided

Salary & Benefits for Senior Electrical Design Engineer

• Up to £69k starting salary
• Hybrid & flexible working
• Pension: 5% employer / 5% employee + Death in Service (3 salary)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days
• Accrue up to 5 extra days for authorised extra hours
• Membership fees paid

Commutable From

Easily accessible from Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Telford, Dudley, Walsall, Cannock, Stafford, and surrounding areas.

Why Join Us?

We are committed to continued investment in engineering excellence and the professional development of our people. You'll benefit from structured career progression, ongoing training, and support to achieve Chartership, ensuring your skills stay at the forefront of industry standards.Apply Now

If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career, click Apply today

Desired Skills and Experience
Electrical Engineer Electrical Design Engineer Electrical Engineering AutoCAD Electrical EC&I Engineer Functional Design Specification (FDS) IEC 61508 SIL Electrical Schematics HAZOP Reviews Instrumentation Design Control Panel MCC Schematic

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