Electrical Design Engineer

Contract
Engineering
Experienced
Electrical Design, Eplan, Control Panel Design, Electrical Drawings
Essex
Essex
£55 - £80 per hour

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join our client in Essex. This contract role is for an initial 12-month term with a high likelihood of extension and is outside IR35. The position is fully on-site, 5 days a week.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Produce high-quality electrical design solutions using EPLAN Electric P8
  • Develop and maintain detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and design documentation
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver robust design solutions
  • Support project delivery in line with engineering schedules and deadlines
  • Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards and client specifications
  • Assist with technical problem-solving and design improvements throughout the project lifecycle

Requirements:

  • Strong, demonstrable experience using EPLAN (essential)
  • Background in Electrical Design Engineering within an industrial or engineering environment
  • Ability to produce detailed electrical schematics and technical documentation
  • Strong understanding of electrical systems design principles
  • Experience working within project-driven engineering teams
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
  • Ability to work effectively on-site in a collaborative environment

Benefits:

  • Flexible hourly rate (DOE)
  • Outside IR35
  • 12-month contract with strong potential for extension
  • Long-term project stability
  • Fully on-site role (5 days per week in Essex)

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