Control Panel​/Electrical Design Engineer

Position: Control Panel / Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Southend-On-Sea

An established and growing engineering business is looking to strengthen its in-house design capability with an experienced Control Panel Draughtsman. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys taking ownership of control panel designs from concept through to manufacture, working closely with engineers, panel builders, and project teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Producing electrical control panel drawings including:
Schematics General arrangement layouts Wiring and termination diagrams Ensuring drawings comply with BS/IEC standards and relevant regulations Working closely with panel builders to resolve design queries and improve build efficiency Updating and maintaining drawing packs throughout the project lifecycle Supporting engineers and project teams with technical documentation Incorporating client specifications and change requests accurately and efficiently Beneficial Skills /

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Control Panel Draughtsman / Electrical Draughtsperson Strong working knowledge of electrical control systems Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical (or AutoCAD with electrical experience) Understanding of:
Control panel layouts Wiring practices Industrial automation components Ability to work independently and manage multiple drawing packages High attention to detail - mistakes cost time, you understand that

Experience with in industrial automation, manufacturing, or process environments Familiarity with PLC / control system documentation Exposure to ATEX, IEC 61439, or machinery safety standards Additional Details:
Stable, long-term role with a respected engineering business Varied, technically interesting projects Close-knit engineering team with real input into designs Competitive salary with room to progress as the business grows