Senior Electrical Design & Development Engineer
Headway Recruitment
Leeds, GB
Senior Electrical Design & Development Engineer Location: Leeds Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 Role Summary: Our client, a successful and well-established manufacturer and supplier of electrical power switchboards, is looking for a Senior Electrical Design & Development Engineer to join their expanding team. This is a newly created role due to continued business growth, providing a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to take a lead role in both the tendering and production of electrical switchboards, and also the design, development and testing of new power switchgear products.As a Senior Electrical Design & Development Engineer , you will oversee technical design, lifetime quality, conformity and product testing as well as cost estimation and project management as a key part in the Company s growth. Opportunities for progression may exist for the right candidate to step into a leadership role. Key Responsibilities: Take a pivotal role in the costing and tendering of electrical switchboards, ensuring high-quality solutions. Maintain full ownership of complex projects from enquiry through to fabrication. Lead the design and development of new products, bringing them to market in a timely and cost effect manner Ensure the completion of all relevant technical file documents including producing operation and maintenance guides. Oversee both the technical and commercial aspects of project management. Prepare and issue technical drawings using AutoCAD LT for client approval and production. Engage with contractors / subcontractors to support design specification, working closely with tendering engineers to ensure the best customer solution Act as a key point of contact for customers, providing expert advice and technical guidance. Work closely with internal teams, including design, production, and sales, to ensure seamless project delivery. Provide technical guidance within the team. Play an integral role in the company s expansion, including contributions to a new production facility. Utilise Schneider/Merlin switchgear (Prisma, PowerPact, ACB s, EcoStruxure) and power factor correction systems where applicable. Ensure compliance with BS Standard Fuse Boards (Miniform, Red Spot) and other industry regulations. Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the company s technical innovation. Key Skills & Experience: Extensive experience in power switchgear (Schneider preferred). Strong knowledge of both electrical and mechanical engineering principles. Proficiency in AutoCAD LT and familiarity with production processes. Experience in managing projects, commercial operations, and tendering processes. Demonstrable knowledge of product design and development Experience in working through formal testing processes (BS EN 60947-1 and 61439-1) Strong leadership capabilities, with proven experience working with internal teams Ability to engage with contractors, subcontractors, and external stakeholders. Self-driven with the ability to take initiative and adapt to a dynamic environment. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to balance technical and financial considerations. Benefits: Competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000. 23 days holiday plus buy and sell options (increasing with service). Company pension scheme. Life insurance. On-site parking. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Electrical Design & Development Engineer to play a key role in a growing company while taking on leadership responsibilities and contributing to future expansion plans. Interested? Apply today!