Our client, based in Newmarket, is looking to recruit a Graduate Electrical Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate (or someone early in their career) to gain hands-on experience in electrical design within a supportive and well-structured environment.
The Role
As a Graduate Electrical Design Engineer, you will work closely with senior engineers and other departments to support the design and development of electrical systems and products. Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with the design of control panels and switchgear in line with customer requirements and relevant standards
- Supporting compliance with legislative and safety requirements, with guidance from senior team members
- Producing electrical schematic and layout drawings using AutoCAD
- Preparing supporting documentation such as bills of materials and basic test procedures
- Assisting in the selection of electrical components for UK and international applications
- Taking part in design reviews and quality checks
- Working collaboratively with sales, production, and quality teams to provide technical support
- Developing an understanding of sales engineering and customer requirements over time
About You
To be considered for this Graduate Electrical Design Engineer role, you will ideally have:
- A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
- A basic understanding of electrical design principles (industrial or commercial environments preferred)
- Some experience using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical (academic or placement experience welcomed)
- The ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
- A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and strong attention to detail
What's on Offer
In return, our client is offering:
- Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience
- Structured graduate training and mentoring
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing skills development
- On-site training covering all aspects of the role
- Contributory group personal pension
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
