Lead Electrical Design Engineer

Recruiting a Lead Electrical Design Engineer for a leading manufacturer with a global presence. An exciting opportunity to project lead and manage new product development & new product introduction.

Role Summary

Project lead and manager in Electrical Design. Responsible for effective reporting and section efficiency. Responsible for checking and approving electrical drawings and designs with support from the head of department.

Collaborating with other teams and departments to validate and ensure compliance of product.

Consult directly with customers and suppliers to identify and introduce product improvements.

Drive innovative product improvements and team process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead team daily activities and develop safe and efficient working methods.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to other engineers, ensuring that solutions are technically fit for purpose, reliable, serviceable and meet appropriate legislation.
• Support of New Product Introduction and Engineering Change Management.
• Apply DFM techniques in support of manufacturing products.
• Manage own workload and set priorities for the team.
• Ensure completion of final design documentation.
• Manage CAD data within the Solid works PDM environment.
• Collaborate with neighbouring departments including manufacturing engineering, quality, operations and product support to support the successful introduction of your designs into production and the field.
• Increasing the value of existing designs of machines by use of value analysis and value engineering techniques.
• Designing new machines and modifying the design of existing machines improve manufacturability in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Validation and improvement of Component Drawings & Specifications to ensure optimum quality and cost.
• Validate and test new machines and products to meet design intent and feedback.
• Develop test plans and software parameters for launch projects.
• Preparation of layout, assembly, and detail drawings in 2D and 3D.
• Preparation of electrical schematics and specifications.
• Assembly / validation of prototype electrical and mechanical systems.
• Recording of results and report writing

Experience required

Degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in area of Electrical engineering.
• The ability to interpret and provide Engineering instructions & drawings.
• Demonstrate methodical approach with accuracy & attention to detail.
• Experience using AutoCAD / Solidworks
• Previous experience of working with MRP systems advantageous.
• Good organisational skills and competent analytical techniques.
• Capable of working to planned & agreed schedules and timescales.
• Must be self-motivated and able to set own priorities based on business needs and environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chester-le-Street: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Electrical Engineering: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person