Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer – Automation & Robotics Location: Farnborough area Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Contract Type: Permanent An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join an advanced engineering and technology centre, playing a key role in the development of next-generation automation and robotics solutions for the industrial machinery sector. This is a hands-on role where you'll be involved in the full product development lifecycle – from concept and design through to testing and validation. You’ll work within a multi-disciplinary engineering team, contributing to cutting-edge projects aimed at improving performance, reliability and efficiency across a range of complex electro-mechanical systems. Why apply for the Electrical Design Engineer? Join a forward-thinking engineering environment working on truly innovative technology Benefit from a collaborative and supportive team culture Opportunities for development into automation specialism Access to excellent workshop facilities, tools and training Occasional travel opportunities across the UK, Europe and North America Electrical Design Engineer Responsibilities: Translate design requirements into robust, high-quality electrical solutions Collaborate closely with mechanical, software and test teams to develop integrated systems Create and manage design documentation including schematics and design validation plans Lead and support system-level testing and fault diagnosis Engage with internal manufacturing, procurement and quality teams to optimise designs for production Support the continuous improvement of design processes and standards Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal design reviews What you’ll need: Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline Minimum of 4–5 years' experience in electrical product development or design engineering Experience with networked communication systems such as CANbus Strong understanding of engineering principles, FMEA, and testing methodologies Hands-on experience with wiring, harness assembly and system diagnostics Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a cross-functional environment A proactive, inquisitive approach to technology and problem solving Desirable Skills: Familiarity with safety standards and regulatory compliance (e.g. machinery directive/CE marking) Knowledge of mechanical or hydraulic systems Exposure to EMC testing or basic software programming Competence in tools such as MATLAB or similar analysis software Interested? If you're looking to take the next step in your engineering career and want to work on exciting automation projects within a supportive technical environment, we’d love to hear from you. To find out more or apply, contact Richie Baker at Syntech Recruitment. Application Process: We aim to respond to all applicants within 5 working days. If you don't receive a response within this period, please consider your application unsuccessful. Privacy and Data Retention: By applying to this position, you confirm your consent to the retention of your personal data. The data you provide will only be used for recruitment purposes, stored securely, and treated as confidential in compliance with our Privacy Policy. Syntech Recruitment Limited: We act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Our T&C’s, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers are available on our website: (url removed)

Location: Frimley, GB

Posted Date: 4/4/2025