Electro-mechanical Design Engineer – Rotating Electrical Machines in Rugby

You will lead and contribute across the full machine design cycle — from requirements capture through to prototype testing and design documentation.

• Lead electrical machine design – specify, design, and engineer large rotating electrical machines; understand and resolve contractual and technical requirements in a timely, quality‑focused manner; and create and submit design documentation.
• Drive analysis and simulation – lead detailed analytical and finite element analysis (FEA) using tools including ANSYS/Workbench to assess electromagnetic performance, mechanical stress, and structural integrity across machine designs.
• Improve noise, vibration, and performance – lead design model and prototype test programmes to characterise and improve noise and vibration behaviour; investigate new materials and manufacturing methods to enhance machine competitiveness.
• Collaborate with customers and stakeholders – work closely with customers and third parties to understand their requirements and deliver effective technical solutions; engage across internal engineering, manufacturing and project teams as part of the Test Area Expansion programme.
• Contribute to engineering excellence – apply and develop knowledge of industry standards and engineering design processes; support system integration activities as part of the broader Test Area upgrade project; and identify opportunities to advance engineering tools, methods and practices.

You’re an experienced electro‑mechanical or electrical machines engineer with a strong analytical background, hands‑on knowledge of rotating machine design, and the confidence to lead technical work and engage with customers and collaborators.

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electro‑mechanical Engineering or a closely related field with a focus on electrical machine design.
• Significant experience in rotating electrical machines engineering, including design, analysis and development.
• Solid knowledge of systems engineering principles to support equipment integration within complex power systems environments.
• Proven expertise in 2D and/or 3D finite element analysis (FEA) for electromagnetic designs or mechanical stress analysis using tools such as ANSYS/Workbench.
• Strong working knowledge of rotating electrical machines – their engineering challenges, performance characteristics and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards including BS EN, International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 60034 and Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 115.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly in line with project and business requirements.
• Legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom (visa sponsorship availability will be assessed based on business and legal requirements).
• Sole British Nationality and current or previous Security Check (SC) clearance (certain project activities may require this).
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) or enterprise resource planning (ERP) software such as Teamcenter or SAP.
• Experience in scheduling, planning and programme management in an engineering environment.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills with a track record of delivering results in cross‑functional team environments.

Some aspects of this role may involve access to information or facilities requiring UK government Security Check (SC) clearance. Candidates who hold or have previously held SC clearance, or who are eligible to obtain it, are encouraged to apply. SC clearance requires sole British Nationality.

Relocation assistance provided: No.