Progressive
Lead Electrical Design Engineer
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Lead Electrical Design Engineer
Lead Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Wolverhampton (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Up to £69,000 + Package
Hours: 37 per week (flexible working)
Join a leading UK Engineering organisation near Wolverhampton, with over 60 years of experience delivering high-integrity, safety-critical systems for major regulated-sector projects. They design and manufacture complex EC&I (Electrical, Control & Instrumentation) and mechanical systems, providing full lifecycle delivery from concept to commissioning across advanced engineering programmes.
About the Role
We are seeking a Lead Electrical Design Engineer to join our team in Wolverhampton. You will lead electrical project design teams delivering complex engineering solutions from concept through to handover. Projects typically involve large-scale, high-integrity machinery and process systems for highly regulated environments, including:
- Advanced control systems
- Automation solutions
- Safety-critical instrumentation for major Energy, Research & Defence Infrastructure & process facilities
Key Responsibilities
- Lead electrical design work packages within budget and schedule
- Supervise and verify design deliverables, including:
- Schematics
- GA (General Arrangement) drawings
- Cable schedules
- Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
- Software documentation
- Produce detailed control panel designs, including:
- GA Drawings
- Schematic diagrams
- Interlock diagrams for PLC & HMI hardware
- Motor starters & drives
- Safety circuits
- Instrumentation
- Power distribution (MCC Schematic)
- Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and liaise with:
- Manufacturing
- Testing
- Commissioning teams
- Ensure compliance with UK H&S legislation and relevant standards
- Participate in HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) and design reviews
- Manage design change control and contract variations
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Security Requirements: This position involves access to sensitive engineering projects. Applicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC).
Requirements & Qualifications
Essential Skills & Experience
- BTech/HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related discipline)
- Extensive experience in electrical design engineering
- Previous experience leading other Electrical/EC&I Engineers on projects
- Proficiency in:
- AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Knowledge of:
- British/European standards (preferred)
- IEC 61508 (advantageous)
- Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance
- Commitment to professional development (Chartership support provided by employer)
Desired Skills & Experience
- Experience with Electrical Schematics, Function Design Specifications (FDS), HAZOP Reviews, and Instrumentation Design
Salary & Benefits
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- Starting Salary: Up to £60,000
- Hybrid & Flexible Working
- Pension Benefits: 5% employer contribution + 5% employee contribution + Death in Service (3× salary)
- Leave: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy/sell 5 additional days
- Extra Paid Leave: Accrue up to 5 additional days for authorised extra hours
- Professional Support: Membership fees covered for professional engineering bodies
Commutable From:
Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Telford, Dudley, Walsall, Cannock, Stafford, and surrounding areas.
Why Join Us?
- Investment in Engineering Excellence: Ongoing investment ensures top-notch lifecycle engineering quality.
- Career Progression: Advancement opportunities with structured career paths.
- Professional Support & Training: Support for Chartership certification and continuous skill development.
- Collaborative & Dynamic Environment: Work with innovative teams on high-impact, regulated-sector projects.
Apply Now: If you're ready to take the next step in your Electrical Design Engineering career, click [Apply Today](# Link to application).
For more information about Progressive Recruitment, visit www.progressiverecruitment.com.
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