Electrical Design Engineer

  • Futures
  • Leeds, Yorkshire
  • Apr 01, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Manufacturing Futures are supporting an automation-focused engineering business in their search for an Electrical Design Engineer. This role is well suited to an Electrical or Electronic Engineering graduate, or an early-career Electrical Design Engineer, looking to develop a long-term career within industrial automation.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will join a supportive and technically strong team with an excellent reputation for training and development. The successful Electrical Design Engineer will work on a range of standard and bespoke automated systems, gaining exposure to electrical design, control systems and project delivery under the guidance of experienced engineers.

Electrical Design Engineer - Role & Responsibilities - Automation / Electrical / Controls

  • Design electrical and electronic control systems for automated machinery
  • Produce electrical schematics and system drawings using CAD software
  • Support PLC, HMI and automation programming activities
  • Create BOMs and supporting technical documentation
  • Work on assigned projects with guidance from a senior engineer or mentor
  • Assist with technical queries and problem-solving within the engineering team
  • Investigate and evaluate new automation technologies

Electrical Design Engineer - Skills & Experience - Automation / Electrical / Controls

  • Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
  • Experience or exposure to PLC programming and control systems
  • Proficient with electrical CAD software such as AutoCAD or similar
  • Previous experience in an Electrical Design Engineer or automation-related role
  • Strong desire to learn and develop within electrical and automation engineering

Electrical Design Engineer - Automation - Electrical - Controls - PLC

If you are an Electrical Design Engineer looking to build your career within a supportive automation environment, please apply now.