Control Panel Designer

Control Panel Designer

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders. As part of our core values, we strive to maintain a safe and supportive work environment where people can thrive and reach their full potential.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Role Purpose

We are hiring for this opportunity due to continued growth. As our business expands, the demand for our expertise grows, and we are in need of a skilled control panel designer to join us on a permanent and full-time basis.

In this role, your designs will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success and efficiency of our projects. The primary objective is to collaboratively provide accurate and consistent designs that are delivered within budgets and to agreed timescales.

The Role

We offer a hybrid model which is 3 days in the office and 2 days at home; based on a 42.5hr week Monday to Friday.

• Develop and execute electrical control panel designs, schematics, and general arrangements from concept through completion, ensuring adherence to specifications, standards, and budgets.
• Maintain project documentation, track budgets and actuals, monitor progress, and proactively raise any issues that may impact scope, schedule, or budget.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle - clients, project managers, contractors, inspectors, etc.
• Lead technical design calculations to maintain integrity and safety of all components. Coordinate closely with suppliers and project teams.
• Collaborate and review other designs from other disciplines. Contribute ideas to enhance quality, safety, and sustainability.
• Liaise frequently with project managers and clients to provide progress updates, discuss risks, and ensure strong working relationships.