Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Posted 12 November 2025
Salary Negotiable
LocationDungannon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Engineering & Manufacturing
ReferenceKYSEDE1211_1762956070

Job description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Based in Dungannon area
Working Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm | Friday 8:00am-2:15pm

Are you a passionate Electrical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career?

Our client, a leading manufacturer of heavy equipment, is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in new product development, continuous improvement, and technical innovation across a diverse product range.



What You'll Do

  • Design and develop 3-phase electrical control systems, ensuring compliance with all relevant standards and safety legislation.
  • Create and maintain accurate electrical schematics, BOMs, and documentation.
  • Develop and test PLC and HMI software (Allen Bradley / IFM Systems).
  • Support new product development and product improvement projects from concept through to commissioning.
  • Provide technical expertise across engineering, operations, and aftersales functions.
  • Lead or contribute to equipment installations, testing, and commissioning both in-house and on-site.
  • Drive cost reduction, product reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives.


What You'll Bring

  • Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience in 3-phase electrical system design and automation.
  • Strong knowledge of VFDs, soft starters, and PLC-based control systems.
  • Familiarity with EtherNet IP, CANbus, Modbus, or 24Vdc control networks.
  • Experience with electrical control panel design (Zuken E3 / ePlan preferred).
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work cross-functionally.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills.
  • Experience in the heavy equipment or manufacturing sector is highly desirable.
  • Willingness to travel as required.


Why Apply?

  • Competitive salary
  • Day shift hours with an early Friday finish.
  • Generous benefits including private healthcare, life assurance, company pension, bonus scheme, and 32 days holiday.
  • Join a company that truly values innovation, improvement, and professional growth.
  • Be part of a collaborative engineering team where your input makes a real impact.


Interested?

To find out more or to apply confidentially, contact Karl Yellop at karl.yellop@vanrath.com or call 02890 330250.

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