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# Systems Design Engineer

- **Company:** Halcyon Drives
- **Location:** Pudsey, UK
- **Salary:** £35,000.0 - £45,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Control Panels, Human-Computer Interaction, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Systems Integration, Process Control Systems
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4869906359b2843d

## About the Role

* Proven experience in electrical panel design and system integration
 * Proficient in CAD software
 * Experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting
 * Strong understanding of industrial control systems and electrical schematics
 * Willingness to travel for occasional site commissioning (UK-based, occasional international)
 * Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
 * Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

 * Experience with SCADA
 * Familiarity with machinery safety standards and regulations
 * Background in automation, manufacturing, or process control industries

## Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Systems Design Engineer with a focus on electrical panel design and control systems to join our growing engineering team. This role is ideal for someone with a solid background in CAD design, PLC programming, and end-to-end control system specification. You will be involved in every stage of the project lifecycle - from concept and design through to site commissioning., * Design and develop control panels using electrical AutoCAD.

 * Create complete system design specifications based on customer requirements.
 * PLC and HMI programming. Rockwell & Siemens Preferred
 * Support the build and testing of control panels.
 * Collaborate with project managers, clients, and internal teams to deliver projects on time and to specification.
 * Provide on-site commissioning and support during installation and start-up phases.
 * Ensure all designs and systems comply with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.
 * Produce documentation including wiring diagrams, BOMs, functional design specifications, and test protocols.


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