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Chadderton, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Gaming:
Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.
Position Summary
We’re seeking an ambitious Electrical Design Engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced, innovation‑driven environment and is passionate about bringing ideas to life.
Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Engineering, you’ll play a key role in designing and delivering cutting‑edge mechanical and electromechanical solutions. From concept through to implementation, you’ll contribute to the development of new products while enhancing existing ones helping shape the future of our electronic gaming machines.
You’ll be responsible for designing and delivering high-quality electromechanical solutions, creating detailed CAD models and documentation, and collaborating cross-functionally to support the development and enhancement of electronic gaming machines.
We're looking for people who are full of ideas, want to challenge the norm and work to our core values…
Dare to be Bold - We always bring courage to work to reach for the unbelievable.
Uphold Integrity - We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.
Never Settle - We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.
Celebrate Perspectives - We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.
Win as a Team – We bring out the best in each other to share collective success.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality electrical designs aligned to technical requirements, constraints, and project goals
Create and maintain clear, compliant technical documentation, including BoMs, parts, and assemblies in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Provide accurate task estimates and keep project documentation up to date across the development lifecycle
Proactively identify risks and contribute to mitigation and project planning activities
Collaborate with engineering and wider teams, sharing progress, insights, and design challenges
Gather, interpret, and document technical requirements, ensuring alignment with stakeholder and customer needs
Manage and update requirements documentation, ensuring all changes are tracked with full transparency and traceability
What you’ll bring to the role:
Strong experience with 3D CAD tools, ideally SolidWorks
Broad engineering knowledge with the ability to apply it in practical design scenarios
Solid understanding of design for manufacture (DFM) and value engineering principles
Hands-on approach, with experience in prototyping and product development
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Clear and confident communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to varied stakeholders
Experience in the gaming industry (desirable, not essential)
Familiarity with PLM systems and electrical connectivity principles (advantageous)
Qualifications
A degree or HNC/D in Electrical Engineering
What can we offer you?
Annual performance bonus
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Hybrid working (4 days in the office)
Up to 8% employer pension contributions
Private medical insurance
Remote GP access
1 day off for charitable work
1 day off for your birthday or personal celebration
Half Day for Health (dedicated time for your wellbeing)
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Reward platform with cycle-to-work scheme and discounts/cashback
Elective benefits (Tastecard, travel, dental, Give As You Earn)
Study support
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)