At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in electrical fitting for complex defence systems and ensure safety and quality.
- Company: Join a leading defence organisation with a commitment to innovation and excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, global deployment opportunities, and professional development support.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for global travel and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a difference in defence technology while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Proven electrical engineering experience and recognised UK electrical qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 40016 - 50000 £ per year.
The Lead Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading and co-ordinating electrical fitting activities on complex defence systems, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and in accordance with defence, quality and regulatory standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and supervising a team of Engineering Technicians, Installation Fitters, and apprentices across defence projects.
- Installing, assembling, wiring, terminating, testing, and fault-finding electrical systems and assemblies.
- Interpreting and working from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical drawings, and work instructions.
- Ensuring all electrical work complies with relevant MoD and Defence Standards/specifications, and company procedures.
- Conducting inspections, testing, and verification of completed work.
- Liaising with engineering, quality assurance, and project teams to support continuous improvement.
- Deploying anywhere in the world inclusive of Contractor on Deployed Operations (CONDO).
- Supporting training, mentoring, and skills development within the Installation team.
Qualifications and experience required:
- Proven leadership and integration experience of electrical/mechanical engineering within an industrial, maritime, or defence environment.
- Experience of gathering and documenting evidence to support acceptance, fitness for purpose, legislative requirements, and safety.
- Ability to help generate design documentation and technical reports and review/assure documentation generated by others.
- Ability to interface with related disciplines including systems engineering, mechanical engineering, Integrated Logistics Support, Safety, Product Data Management, and manufacturing areas.
- Recognised UK electrical qualifications (NVQ Level 3, AM2, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
- Electrical Testing & Inspection qualification (2391 or equivalent).
- Strong understanding of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
- In-date passport and clean Category B driving licence.
- Fibre optic installation and testing certifications.
- Experience using OTDRs, fibre power meters, and cable certification tools.
- Maritime or offshore safety certifications.
Lead Engineer - Electrical Engineering in Newtown employer: STSdefence
As a Lead Electrical Engineer, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment that prioritises safety, quality, and professional growth. Our company fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, offering extensive training and mentoring opportunities to enhance your skills while working on cutting-edge defence projects. With the chance to deploy globally and engage with diverse teams, you'll find meaningful and rewarding employment that makes a real impact.
