Electro-Mechanical Design Engineer in Coventry

Job Title:Electro-Mechanical Design Engineer
Location:Coventry, UK
Core Hours:08:00-16:35 (Mon – Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri)
Vacancy Type:Permanent, full time and based on-site. Potential hybrid working but subject to operational needs.
Salary: £40,000-£50,000 (subject to experience)

Help design the electrical and mechanical systems that protect lives.

At NP Aerospace, we design, develop and deliver innovative solutions for the defence and automotive sectors. As an Electro-Mechanical Design Engineer, you’ll play an important role in developing and integrating vehicle-borne electrical systems and components for specialist military and automotive applications.

Working alongside our Lead Engineer and wider engineering team, you’ll take designs from concept through to detailed engineering, supporting projects that demand technical precision, reliability and practical problem-solving. This is an opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to real-world challenges, contributing to products that improve and protect lives.

What you’ll get in return

At NP Aerospace, we know our success comes from our people. That’s why we invest in benefits that support your health, reward your hard work, and help you grow your career:

• Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities
• Flex your day – flexible start and finish times (subject to manager approval and operational needs)
• Time to recharge – 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
• Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions
• Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary
• Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs
• Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business
• Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

What you’ll be doing

You’ll support the delivery of engineering projects and product-line requirements, working closely with the Lead Engineer and liaising with customers and suppliers where required. You’ll help develop project plans and deliver engineering activities to agreed timescales, ensuring technical requirements are understood and met.

A key part of your role will involve designing and prototyping vehicle-borne electrical systems, including electrical harnesses, circuit schematics and wiring diagrams. You’ll produce engineering drawings, CAD models, Bills of Materials (BoMs) and work instructions to support the modification, installation and manufacture of vehicle systems.

You’ll also contribute to the integration of electrical systems into existing vehicle architectures, considering applications such as battery charging, power distribution, lighting and radio communications. Where required, you’ll support fault diagnosis, investigate OEM electrical systems and help develop solutions involving CAN bus technology and vehicle upgrades.

Throughout the design process, you’ll assess technical specifications, select suitable materials and ensure designs meet relevant performance, cost, weight, strength and compliance requirements. You’ll consider manufacturing and assembly feasibility from the outset, working in accordance with established quality and environmental management procedures.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a practical, technically capable engineer who enjoys solving problems and turning engineering requirements into workable designs.

Essential experience and skills:

• A degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, an equivalent qualification or relevant practical experience.

• Experience working within an automotive, aerospace or defence engineering environment.

• Experience in concept development, detailed design, 3D CAD modelling and engineering drawings.

• Knowledge of electrical system design, including power distribution, battery charging, lighting or communications systems.

• Experience producing electrical circuit diagrams and harness drawings using appropriate design software.

• Knowledge of electrical harness assembly, automotive specifications and vehicle electrical systems.

• Experience with material selection, structural performance assessment and design for manufacture.

• A practical understanding of workshop processes, fault diagnosis and problem-solving.

• Strong planning, organisation and communication skills, with the ability to manage priorities and work collaboratively.

Desirable experience and qualifications:

• Experience with military vehicle electrical systems or electrical harnessing.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks and experience with electrical design software such as Arcadia or VeSys.

• Experience with PLM systems, particularly EPDM or Windchill.

• Knowledge of OEM CAN bus systems, diagnostic tools, CAN message analysis and vehicle integration.

• Experience integrating additional electrical circuits into OEM systems or installing vehicle-borne communications equipment.

• Experience with PCB prototyping or microcontroller programming.

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional registration.

• A Category C/C1 UK driving licence.

You’ll also need to be eligible for UK Security Clearance to at least SC level, with existing clearance an advantage. A willingness to travel within the UK and internationally, when required, is essential.

What do we do at NP Aerospace?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers’ complex challenges. Our values — Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication — form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour — from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits — incorporates some of the most advanced composite materials available. Alongside this, we design and deliver highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years and continues to grow across the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin employment with NP Aerospace.