Electrical Design Engineer

⚡ Ready to turn your engineering knowledge into real-world impact? CTS Group is a fast-growing and dynamic company, specializing in the design and build of large-scale Data Centers across multiple countries, including Scandinavia, Europe, and the Middle East. We are rapidly expanding into other markets globally. In addition to D&B, we develop and produce digital systems tailored for the Data Center industry and standardized self-contained units.

We’re looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join our team in Lisbon/Porto.

What will you be doing? You’ll work closely with senior engineers, progressively taking on more responsibility across the electrical design process.

Your Day-to-day Will Include

• ⚙️ Supporting the design and specification of electrical systems and components
• 📐 Developing electrical calculations, schematics and detailed drawings
• 💻 Working with tools such as AutoCAD and Revit, as well as other electrical design software
• 🤝 Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate electrical systems with other project disciplines
• 📚 Applying relevant electrical standards and regulations, including IEC and NFPA
• 📄 Preparing, updating and maintaining technical project documentation
• 🔎 Supporting other engineers in solving technical challenges and developing effective design solutions

You’ll have the support and guidance of senior engineers while progressively developing the technical autonomy needed to take the next step in your career.

What are we looking for? Your Technical Background 🎓 Bachelor’s/Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

• Experience (multiple levels) in electrical design or related engineering functions:

• Junior Level: 1-3 years of Experience,

• Intermediate Level: 4-7 years of Experience

• Senior Level: 8+ years of Experience.

• Understanding of electrical design principles, particularly power distribution, lighting and control systems

• Ability to prepare basic electrical schematics, layouts and calculations

• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit or other relevant tools such as Febdok, ETAP or EPLAN

• Awareness of electrical safety, quality and regulatory requirements

• Knowledge of standards such as IEC and NFPA

• Experience with project documentation, design coordination or multidisciplinary projects is valued

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is curious, detail-oriented and eager to learn .

The mindset matters too You’ll Fit Well Into This Role If You

• 🔍 Have a strong attention to detail and care about quality
• 🧠 Approach technical challenges analytically
• 🤝 Enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• 💬 Communicate clearly with colleagues and senior engineers
• 🚀 Are proactive about your professional development
• 🔄 Adapt easily to new tools, technologies and ways of working
• ⏱️ Take responsibility for your tasks and manage your time effectively

📍 Location: Lisbon OR Porto, Portugal — 100% On-site 💰 Base salary according to seniority. Our package includes food allowance and health insurance. Your growth starts here! This is more than an entry-level position — it’s a structured opportunity to build your engineering career .

You’ll work under the guidance of experienced professionals, gain exposure to real engineering projects and progressively develop the technical, functional and interpersonal skills required to advance to the next level.

The typical progression for this junior role is approximately three years , depending on the development and demonstrated competencies of the individual.

Ready to build what comes next? If you're an Electrical Engineer at the beginning of your career and looking for an environment where you can learn, contribute and grow alongside experienced engineering professionals , we'd love to hear from you.

Join CTS Group and take the next step in your engineering journey.