Electrical Design Engineer

KUKA Systems is a global machine and automation corporation with sales of around €4 billion and approximately 15,000 employees. As one of the world’s leading suppliers of high‑performance welding machines for the precise joining of metals and alloys, its modular systems can be seamlessly integrated into existing production processes and flexibly adapted as required.

Due to an increase in sales resulting in headcount expansion, KUKA Systems is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to design and develop complex industrial machine electrical control systems for its turnkey products.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a key part in the design and development of industrial electrical control panel and machine systems. You will be working within a collaborative engineering team, supporting turnkey customer projects from concept through to completion.

* Design and develop electrical control panels in line with customer specifications and industry standards

* Produce detailed electrical schematics using CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN or similar)

* Interpret technical specifications and translate them into practical design solutions

* Support the build, testing and commissioning phases where required

* Liaise with internal teams, suppliers and customers to ensure successful project delivery

* Ensure designs comply with relevant regulations and quality standards

Key Skills & Experience:

* Proven experience in electrical design, with a strong focus on control panel design and machine automation

* Design of complex electrical systems and equipment for machine tools, robotics or factory automation

* Ability to produce accurate electrical calculations, drawings and supporting documentation

* Good understanding of electrical systems, components and industry standards

* Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail

* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

* HND / Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

The opportunity:

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a business with a reputation for quality, reliability and long‑term client relationships, offering engineers genuine project ownership and involvement across the full engineering lifecycle. This is an ideal role for an Electrical Controls Engineer looking for variety, responsibility and long‑term stability.

In return KUKA Systems are offering a highly competitive salary, pension scheme, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 36 days with service, private health insurance. In addition there is some flexibility with working hours available.

Please apply online or call our retained consultants at Technical Network for a confidential discussion.

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