Proactive Global
Electrical Design Engineer
Electrical Design Engineer at Proactive Global, based in Cambridge, East of England. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Cambridge, East of England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Electrical Engineer
Reference 639522453145785766
About the role
Electrical Design Engineer
Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with strong EPLAN skills and a background in power electronics? Do you enjoy taking ownership of projects and developing innovative electrical systems? If so, we would like to hear from you.
A global leader in advanced photonics technologies is looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to support the development of next–generation systems used across industries including food and beverage, composites, and industrial processing.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior–level engineer who enjoys both hands–on design work and collaborating with cross–functional teams to deliver high–performance solutions.
Our client is a world–renowned technology company delivering innovative solutions that improve energy efficiency, process reliability, and product performance across a wide range of industries. Joining the team offers the opportunity to work on cutting–edge technologies and contribute to the development of advanced systems used around the world.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the electrical design of new equipment and systems.
- Produce and maintain electrical schematics and documentation using EPLAN.
- Design, modify and support electrical and electronic circuits for new product development.
- Support the development of next–generation power supply systems.
- Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure technical requirements are met.
- Provide technical support for existing products and assist with troubleshooting activities.
- Support customers and colleagues with occasional site visits and training activities.
We are looking for an engineer with:
- A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
- Experience in electrical design, ideally using EPLAN.
- A strong understanding of power electronics.
- Experience fault–finding electrical and electronic circuits.
- Excellent communication and problem–solving skills.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to work independently.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to support customers and projects.
Desirable Experience
- Previous experience working within industrial equipment, automation, power supplies, or special–purpose machinery.
- Experience supporting products throughout their lifecycle.
- Senior–level engineering experience with the ability to lead electrical design activities.
Working Conditions
- 37.5 hours per week on site (with 15 hours remote work per month allowance) Monday to Friday.
- No Visa sponsorship on offer.
Proactive Technical Recruitment is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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Reference: 639522453145785766 · Posted 1 hour ago · Closes 12 Dec 2026 · Listed via Proactive Global
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