Actemium Automation Peterborough - Hardware Design Engineer

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary package and market-aligned benefits

• 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)

• Health Shield cash plan

• Group Pension Plan (7%)

• Annual discretionary bonus scheme

• BUPA Medical Insurance

• Salary Sacrifice EV car scheme

• VINCI Share Scheme

• Death in service cover

• Access to VINCI Energies’ global career development opportunities

About the Role

Actemium Automation Peterborough is recruiting a Hardware Design Engineer with strong EPLAN experience to support the design and delivery of industrial control panels, MCCs and associated electrical documentation. You will work across projects spanning food & beverage and process industries, producing high‑quality schematics, assembly drawings and Bills of Materials to support manufacture, installation and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and terminal plans using EPLAN for control panels and assemblies.

• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), cable schedules, component lists and general arrangement drawings.

• Interpret client requirements and project specifications to produce compliant design deliverables in line with industry standards.

• Collaborate with project managers, software engineers, panel builders and site teams to ensure designs are buildable and supportable.

• Produce design change notices, respond to technical queries during manufacture and resolve issues raised at installation and commissioning.

• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and safe electrical practices (BS EN 61439, BS 7671, IEC standards, UL where applicable).

• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments and project handover activities, maintaining clear project documentation and revision control.

• Drive continuous improvement in design processes and standards, including template development and library management in EPLAN.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience designing industrial control panels, MCCs or automation hardware in an engineering environment.

• Strong proficiency with EPLAN (P8) for schematic capture and project documentation.

• Good working knowledge of electrical standards and regulations (BS EN 61439, BS 7671, IEC 60204, UL508A advantageous).

• Practical understanding of PLCs, drives, HMIs, safety devices, relays and associated field wiring.

• Experience preparing BOMs, cable schedules and manufacturing package documentation.

• Relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) or equivalent practical experience.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

• Attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Full UK right to work and a valid driving licence; willingness to visit client sites as required.

Why Join Actemium Automation Peterborough & VINCI Energies?

• Competitive salary, annual bonus and generous pension contributions.

• Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits including Health Shield and BUPA options.

• Electric vehicle purchase scheme and VINCI Share Scheme (subject to qualifying period).

• Supportive, inclusive and diverse working environment with excellent training and development pathways.

• Opportunity to work on varied, high‑profile automation projects and make a tangible contribution to client solutions.

About Us
Actemium Automation Peterborough, part of VINCI Energies UK & ROI, delivers industrial automation and control solutions across sectors including food & beverage, manufacturing and infrastructure. We combine local expertise with the resources of a global engineering group to provide safe, innovative and reliable solutions to our clients.

How to Apply
Please submit a CV and a brief covering statement highlighting your EPLAN experience and relevant hardware design projects. Applications will be reviewed on receipt and shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview.