Overview

You will join our project team of electrical and control engineers to deliver high quality and cost-effective engineering solutions for our customers.

Job Description

Join Cavotec and help shape the future of sustainable industry.

At Cavotec, we develop innovative electrification and automation technologies that make ports and industrial operations safer, cleaner, and more efficient.

With over 50 years of engineering excellence and a global presence, we are driving the energy transition by delivering solutions that support decarbonisation and operational efficiency for customers worldwide.

If you're looking for an international environment where engineering expertise meets innovation and customer focus, we'd love to hear from you.

Your mission

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will join our project team of electrical and control engineers to deliver high quality and cost-effective engineering solutions for our customers. The role will play an important role in Cavotec Group's transformation and growth globally. We are seeking a highly skilled and autonomous Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical design and development of our Shore Power and Motorized Cable Reel systems for industrial and maritime applications. The candidate will be responsible for the complete design cycle of electrical panels, junction boxes, and related components, from schematic creation to bill of materials and component selection, ensuring alignment with project requirements and company standards. This role involves both execution of current customer orders, R&D;, and participation in product improvement initiatives, including the development of platform based/150% design logic to enable automatic generation of schematics and panel layouts via engineering software.

Key Responsibilities:




Independently design the electrical equipment and develop reliable and cost-effective technical solution for our Customer

Create and manage electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and bills of materials

Select, codify, and validate electrical components based on technical and commercial criteria

Interface with internal systems and colleagues to gather necessary project data

Support ongoing orders and contribute to product development and optimisation

Develop scalable design structures for automated documentation generation

Ensure compliance with relevant standards and customer specifications (IEC, UL, CSA, etc) through the management of external certified suppliers

Collaborate with the mechanical engineers to align design with mechanical and operational requirements

Provide technical support during assembly, testing, and commissioning phases

Create all the required technical documents (Schematics, BOM, Performance Level calculation, System Functional Description, etc)

Support the resolution of technical issues involving the sub-system

Assist sub-suppliers in the production process

What we are looking for:
Degree in Electrical/Electronics or Automation engineering

Proven experience in industrial electrical design, preferably in mobile or rotating systems

Strong knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (ABB, Siemens, Vacon, Yaskawa)

Familiarity with fieldbus protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, CANopen, EtherCAT)





Experience in drive programming and parameterisation

Basic understanding of PLC programming (any platform) is a plus

Proficiency in electrical CAD tools (Zuken E3 preferred, ePlan, SPAC, or similar)

Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Strong communication and documentation skills

Organised, responsive and solution-driven, with a strong focus on delivering results

What we offer

Annual Salary: €35.000 - 50.000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Permanent employment within a well-established and highly innovative multinational company.

CCNL Metalmeccanico, including welfare benefits, supplementary healthcare, and pension fund.

Up to 10 paid hours per year to attend medical appointments for yourself and your minor children.

Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.

Flexible working hours and lavoro da remoto policy.

Company canteen and company free parking.

Employee wellbeing initiatives and a collaborative working environment.

Our commitment

At Cavotec, we believe that innovation starts with people.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, talent is developed and every individual can make a meaningful impact.

If you are passionate about engineering, innovation and sustainability, join us and help build the technologies of tomorrow .

Additional information / How to apply

Interested in joining Cavotec?

Please submit your updated CV in English through our Careers page or LinkedIn.

Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the requirements will be contacted.

Candidates not in line with the requirements will not be considered.

Please attach your updated CV in English to your application.

📌 Senior Electrical Engineer (Nova milanese)
🏢 Cavotec
📍 Nova milanese