At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design of innovative electrical circuits and collaborate with multi-functional teams.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking engineering team in Newport, Wales.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, a pension scheme, and a global bonus plan.
- Other info: Flexible travel opportunities and structured onboarding for early-career development.
- Why this job: Make an impact on cutting-edge technologies while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering and strong documentation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Lead Electrical Engineer in the Central Engineering team based in Newport, Wales, UK.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and document circuits for new projects.
- Lead Design Reviews with multi-functional teams.
- Select and detail new parts.
- Request quotations and place orders for prototype and pre‑production builds.
- Work closely with and manage suppliers to ensure all design requirements are specified and achieved.
- Address and resolve product issues through the product lifecycle phases.
- Develop the assembly procedures (Operational Method Sheets) for new assemblies, so the prototype assembly proceeds smoothly.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related discipline) or hold equivalent level of qualification.
- Strong documentation skills, with knowledge of AutoCAD, Visio, Excel, and other Microsoft365 tools.
- Experience in system‑level Electrical Design Engineering with power distribution and communication circuits.
- The candidate must be a self‑motivated engineer with the ability to multi‑task and work independently as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills are needed for extensive interaction with vendors and team members.
Desirable Experience
- Development and installation experience with safety circuits.
- Semiconductor‑industry experience is a plus (knowledge of SEMI standards).
- Familiarity with mains supply safety and design protocols.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance is a plus.
- PLC implementation and programming skills are a plus.
- Ability to diagnose problems and hands‑on problem‑solving experience for sophisticated electrical subsystems.
- Enjoy working on leading‑edge technologies.
Additional Information
- Travel up to 25% with the ability to be flexible for domestic and international travel based on business needs.
- We support early‑career development through structured onboarding, mentoring, and learning opportunities.
Benefits Package Includes
- Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays).
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Global bonus plan.
- Cash health plan.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Share scheme.
- Rewards scheme.
- Life assurance.
We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees. KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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As a Lead Electrical Engineer at KLA in Newport, Wales, you will join a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development through structured onboarding and mentoring. With a competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave, a contributory pension scheme, and opportunities for international travel, KLA is committed to fostering a rewarding environment where innovative engineers can thrive and contribute to cutting-edge technologies.
