Gavin Materials Handling Ltd
Electrical Design Engineer

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Company Description
Gavin Materials Handling Ltd (GMH Ltd) has over forty years of experience delivering material handling solutions for a wide range of sectors, including warehousing and distribution, parcel handling, automotive, tyre manufacturing, and food manufacturing. The company provides complete life-cycle solutions, from basic transportation conveyors to advanced sortation systems. GMH Ltd is known for robust, intelligent systems that are straightforward to operate and maintain. The business focuses on providing reliable, high-performance solutions that offer exceptional value for money, making it a trusted partner for diverse industrial customers.
Role Description
The Electrical Design Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Swansea. Day-to-day responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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- Developing electrical designs for material handling systems
- Producing detailed schematics and layout drawings
- Specifying components for power distribution and control systems
- Collaborating with mechanical and controls engineers and supporting project managers with technical input
- Ensuring designs meet safety standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications
- Assisting with design reviews, supporting installation and commissioning activities, and providing technical documentation and guidance for maintenance and operations teams.


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Qualifications
- Strong Electrical Design and Electrical Engineering skills
- Design Engineering experience, including creating detailed drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
- Experience with EPlan beneficial but not a requirement
- Solid understanding of Electricity principles and power systems, including Power Distribution for industrial environments
- Experience working in manufacturing, automation, or materials handling projects is highly beneficial
- Ability to interpret client requirements, troubleshoot design issues, and communicate clearly with multidisciplinary teams
- Relevant engineering qualification (e.g., degree or HNC/HND in Electrical or Design Engineering) or equivalent practical experience
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to safety and quality
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