Electrical Design Engineer

Nordson Test & Inspection is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Design Engineer to join our team in Colchester, United Kingdom.

You will support the electrical and electronic design and testing of new X‑Ray and Bond Test products, and maintain existing products.

• Assist in the design and layout of electrical support systems for X‑Ray and Bond Test machinery.
• Design and document electrical panels, PCBs and general machine wiring.
• Perform basic mechanical design for electro‑mechanical elements of machines.
• Practical electrical and electronic prototyping.
• Specify, document and manage electrical bills of materials.
• Support and improve electrical design of existing product range.

• Degree level education or demonstrable equivalent experience.
• Several years experience designing electrical/electronic systems in an industrial setting.
• Experience in designing electromechanical systems (e.g., robotics, production automation).
• Solid experience working as part of a team on medium to large engineering projects.
• Extensive experience designing electrical panels for industrial systems (circuit breakers, contractors).
• Experience specifying and designing wiring looms for electrical machinery.
• CAD experience (preferably AutoCAD, Inventor, Cadstar).
• Good practical electrical/electronic prototyping and testing skills.
• Knowledge of relevant electrical safety standards (IEC 61010, NPA 79).
• Team player with a proactive problem‑resolution approach.
• Strong verbal, written and presentation communication skills.
• High flexibility in a continuously changing environment.

Regular travel between Aylesbury and Colchester as business needs dictate, with occasional international travel.

• Flexible work schedule.
• Company healthcare scheme after successful completion of the 3‑month probationary period.
• Group personal pension plan – 4% minimum employee contribution, 6% employer contribution after probation.
• 25 days annual holiday entitlement plus public holidays.
• Free parking.
• Hybrid working: 2days a week remote at home, 3days a week at the office.

Nordson Test & Inspection is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.