Senior Electrical Engineer in Barnstaple, Devon

Engineered to Protect, that's our promise, we protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world. You will take technical ownership of the electrical design and development of complex products, ensuring compliance with performance, safety, and quality standards. You will lead and contribute to all stages of the engineering lifecycle.

This role allows for flexible working. The salary for this role is up to £62k, depending on experience.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead the design, analysis, and implementation of advanced electrical systems and components for defence applications, including sonar, communications, power distribution, and control systems.
• Take technical ownership of electrical designs, ensuring compliance with performance, safety, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards, including MIL-STD, DEF STAN, and other regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate electrical subsystems into complex defence platforms (e.g., ships, weapons systems, communications equipment), ensuring functional compatibility and performance.
• Conduct and oversee testing, validation, and qualification of electrical systems under military operating conditions to verify reliability, durability, and mission-readiness.
• Lead design reviews, provide technical guidance, and mentor junior engineers to develop capability within the team.
• Produce and approve detailed technical documentation, including schematics, design reports, test plans, and certification evidence.
• Identify and manage technical risks, ensuring robust mitigation strategies are in place throughout the development lifecycle.
• Provide expert support for diagnosing and resolving electrical system issues in both development and in-service equipment, including upgrades and obsolescence management.

About our company:

At SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner and more efficient. We provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In-service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperation. Our systems support an ever-growing number of navies across the world, and we continue to bolster our already specialist, on-the-ground knowledge of key overseas markets.

What we offer:

• Work life balance
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
• 25 days annual leave, plus buy and sell
• Up to 16 days flexi leave accrual
• Half day Fridays
• Reservists in the Armed Forces receive special paid leave
• Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program
• All Staff Bonus
• Group Pension Plan of up to 7% employer contribution
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing Centre
• Sports & Social activities
• Employee Discounts portal - online and in-store discounts, travel savings
• Life assurance policy
• Publication and recruitment bonus rewards
• Development opportunities, including LinkedIn learning
• Electric vehicle charging points at all sites
• Private seated lunch areas
• Onsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beverages
• Onsite showers and toiletries provision
• Free onsite parking

The skills you need:

• Demonstrate experience in the design and manufacture of complex electrical systems.
• Apply a methodical and systematic approach to problem-solving, breaking down complex issues and providing robust, innovative solutions.
• Provide technical leadership in electrical design, ensuring compliance with MIL-STD, DEF STAN, and other relevant standards.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers, fostering technical capability and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Plan, manage, and execute technical assignments, ensuring delivery to time, cost, and quality targets.
• Engage confidently with internal and external stakeholders, presenting technical solutions and influencing design decisions.
• Proficient in using an electrical CAD tool, such as Zuken E3.Series, SolidWorks Electrical, EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, CATIA Electrical, Siemens NX Electrical, RapidHarness or similar (preferably Zuken E3).

Join us and be part of something smaller - with 500 people in the UK and Canada - doing something bigger: protecting what matters.

If you'd like to know more, please give Kelly Thomas from our Talent Acquisition Team a call on 03330 414300.