Electrical Design Engineer

Galliford Try Plc, Draper's Fields, Coventry

Electrical Design Engineer

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Galliford Try Plc, Draper's Fields, Coventry

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 5 days ago, 16 Dec | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 2899643e2d3745249c1f2ea9d935192d

Full Job Description

We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. Electrical Design Engineer Norwich What you will be doing: An opportunity has arisen for a Electrical Design Engineer to join the team at Lintott, a Galliford Try business. Reporting to the Technical Director, the role of the Electrical Design Engineer is primarily to:

  • To develop and successfully implement cost effective controls solutions for projects which meet the customer's needs whilst meeting all relevant legislation and staying within budget.
  • To keep abreast of ever-changing technologies and implement proven technology which offer savings to the business.
  • Be responsible for the detailed design, specification, implementation, FAT testing of the control solution.
  • Support the Sales in the development of robust, cost-effective controls solutions.
  • Pro-actively Value Engineer the solution to identify alternative materials, scope change opportunities whilst meeting performance, quality and compliance with Client/statutory standards, codes of practice and requirements.
  • To attend design reviews and submit designs for approval.
  • To be on site and be responsible for successful site commissioning (Hardware) and SAT testing (Hardware) of the control solution.
  • Working within agreed Lintott Control Systems procedures and formats.
  • To liaise with all interested departments on receipt of order and attend hand over meetings, as necessary.
  • To maintain a close working relationship with all other departments to establish positive feedback on all contracts to ensure technical patterns are used for future reference.
  • Assist with internal process development and identifying and removing waste / non-value-added activities. Help to maintain and develop procedures and systems to ensure the maintenance of manual and electronic filing systems.
  • To assist where necessary in the event of holidays and sickness within the Engineering Team.
  • Any other duties agreed from time-to-time with management.

    1-3+ years relevant experience in electrical design (hardware) relating to either/both MCC (DOL, ASD, Soft Start & VSD design), Switchgear, Control Panel and LV Distribution / Electrical Installations.
  • Competence in working in a Systems Integration Environment, closely working with Software Engineers to develop Functional Design specifications (FDS).
  • Specification, design, installation, and commissioning of equipment with internal and/or external resource.
  • Knowledge of BS EN 61439, BS EN 60204.
  • Qualified to the 18th Edition to BS 7671 wiring regulations.
  • Experienced in producing Complex Electrical Schematics, General Arrangement Drawings and BOM.
  • Experience in using AutoCAD Electrical.

    With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.
  • We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team., Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.

    We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.
  • Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
  • A wide range of corporate discounts
  • Cycle to Work schemes
  • Comprehensive pension plan
  • Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
  • Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
  • Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role