Electrical Design Engineer

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Electrical Design Engineer to join our OEM engineering team specializing in the design and manufacture of end-of-line packaging equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the electrical design, documentation, and support of automated packaging machinery, including power distribution, control systems, machine safety systems, and electrical manufacturing documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years' experience in industrial electrical design, with strong proficiency in EPLAN Electric P8 and a solid understanding of machine automation, control systems, and applicable electrical and machine safety standards including CE and UKCA.

Key Responsibilities
Electrical Design

• Design electrical power distribution, control, and safety circuits for automated packaging machinery and production line equipment.
• Develop complete electrical design packages using EPLAN Electric P8, including:
  • Electrical schematics
  • Control panel layouts
  • Terminal diagrams
  • Cable schedules
  • Bill of Materials (BOMs)
  • PLC and I/O documentation
• Size and select electrical components, including:
  • Circuit breakers
  • Motor starters and drives
  • Power supplies
  • Safety relays and controllers
  • Sensors and field devices
• Ensure designs comply with customer specifications, project requirements, and applicable standards.

• Design machine safety systems in accordance with relevant standards, including:
  • ISO 13849
  • IEC 60204-1
  • CE
  • UKCA
• Participate in machine risk assessments and implement appropriate safety functions.

• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical input during project planning.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving electrical design issues during production and commissioning.

• Maintain electrical design standards, templates, and libraries within EPLAN.
• Generate and maintain accurate engineering documentation and revision records.
• Ensure all project documentation is completed and released according to company procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving design quality, efficiency, and standardization.

• Liaise with suppliers regarding technical specifications and component selection.
• Provide technical support to customers, service teams, and commissioning personnel when required.
• Support site installations and commissioning activities as needed.

• National Diploma, BTech, Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent qualification in:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechatronic Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

• Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial electrical design engineering.
• Experience designing electrical systems for machinery, automation equipment, or manufacturing systems.
• Proven experience using EPLAN Electric P8 for electrical schematic design.

• Advanced proficiency in EPLAN Electric P8.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Electrical power distribution systems
  • Industrial control systems
  • PLC-based automation systems
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
  • Servo systems
  • Industrial networking
  • Machine safety systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with electrical standards and regulations applicable to industrial machinery.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

• Experience in packaging machinery, conveyor systems, material handling equipment, or OEM machine design.
• Experience with PLC platforms such as:
  • Siemens
  • Delta
  • Omron
  • Allen-Bradley / Rockwell
• Knowledge of safety PLCs and safety fieldbus systems.
• Experience supporting machine commissioning and factory acceptance testing.
• Knowledge of ERP and engineering document management systems.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Customer-focused with a practical engineering mindset.

• On-time completion of electrical design deliverables.
• Accuracy and quality of electrical documentation.
• Compliance with electrical and machine safety standards.
• Reduction of manufacturing and commissioning-related design issues.
• Effective management of engineering changes and revisions.
• Contribution to design standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.