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Actemium Automation Nottingham - Electrical Hardware Design Engineer
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Actemium Automation Nottingham - Electrical Hardware Design Engineer
Join Actemium Automation Nottingham – Help Deliver Cutting-Edge Electrical Hardware Design Projects Across the UK
Actemium Automation Nottingham, part of VINCI Energies, is seeking an Electrical Hardware Design Engineer to shape the future of industrial automation through innovative technical design. Join our growing team in Nottingham and bring your expertise to a company renowned for delivering excellence in the electrical and automation sector.
Package – Competitive & Comprehensive
- Competitive salary
- Share Scheme
- Healthcare
- Pension
- Bonus structure
- Extensive benefits package
About the Role: Electrical Hardware Design Engineering
Drive innovation in automation by developing, detailing, and supporting control system designs for high-profile industrial clients. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on projects spanning manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure sectors as part of a thriving engineering team.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Technical Design
- Design electrical hardware solutions, including control panels, motor control centers (MCCs), and system layouts, aligned with client specifications and industry standards.
- Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, cable schedules, and layout drawings using CAD software.
- Collaborate with project managers, software engineers, and site teams to ensure efficient project integration and execution.
- Select and specify appropriate electrical components, balancing safety, functionality, and cost considerations.
- Conduct site surveys and technical assessments to guide design development.
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Compliance & Workplace Involvement
- Ensure all designs adhere to health & safety regulations, British & international standards (e.g., BS7671, EN60204-1), and company processes.
- Support workshop build activities, panel testing, and commissioning phases as needed.
Communication & Problem-Solving
- Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and client meetings, delivering clear technical briefings.
- Assist in troubleshooting and modifications during manufacturing and installation phases.
Requirements & Qualifications
Experience & Technical Skills
- Proven experience in electrical hardware design within industrial automation, process control, or manufacturing.
- Competent in EPlan (essential), with familiarity in AutoCAD a plus.
- Deep knowledge of electrical protection, circuit design, and industrial control systems (e.g., PLCs, SCADA, and automation equipment).
- Understanding of BS7671 and EN60204-1 or equivalent electrical standards.
- Higher National Certificate/Diploma (HNC/HND), degree in Electrical/Control Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
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Personality & Soft Skills
- Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Proactive problem-solving mindset and independence.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities for interacting with clients and colleagues.
- Full UK driving license and right to work in the UK.
Why Actemium Automation Nottingham?
- Growth opportunities through training, professional development, and career progression.
- Permanent, full-time role embedded in a dynamic and supportive engineering team.
- Global company delivering pivotal solutions to UK and international industry sectors.
- Inclusive culture that values diversity, personal achievement, and work-life balance.
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Equal Opportunities Application
Actemium welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourages adjusting the recruitment process for accessibility needs. Contact the team to discuss reasonable accommodations.
Ready to engineer smarter industrial futures? Apply now and advance your career with Actemium Automation Nottingham.
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