via reed · 5 June 2026 ·5 days ago

Electrical Design Engineer

Futures
Rotherham Full-time GBP 30,000 – 40,000
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Manufacturing Futures are supporting an automation-focused engineering business in their search for an Electrical Design Engineer. This role is well suited to an Electrical or Electronic Engineering graduate, or an early-career Electrical Design Engineer, looking to develop a long-term career within industrial automation and control systems.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will join a supportive and technically strong team with an excellent reputation for training and development. The successful Electrical Design Engineer will work on a range of standard and bespoke automated systems, gaining exposure to electrical design, control systems and project delivery under the guidance of experienced engineers.

Electrical Design Engineer – Role & Responsibilities – Automation / Electrical / Controls

  • Design electrical and electronic control systems for automated machinery

  • Produce electrical schematics and system drawings using CAD software

  • Support PLC, HMI and automation programming activities

  • Create BOMs and supporting technical documentation

  • Work on assigned projects with guidance from a senior engineer or mentor

  • Assist with technical queries and problem-solving within the engineering team

  • Investigate and evaluate new automation technologies

Electrical Design Engineer – Skills & Experience – Automation / Electrical / Controls
  • Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

  • Experience or exposure to PLC’s and control systems

  • Proficient with electrical CAD software such as AutoCAD or similar

  • Previous experience in an Electrical Design Engineer or automation-related role

  • Strong desire to learn and develop within electrical and automation engineering

  • UK Driving Licence

Electrical Design Engineer – Automation – Electrical – Controls – PLC

If you are an Electrical Design Engineer looking to build your career within a supportive automation environment, please apply now.

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