Senior Electrical Engineer

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Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications & Skills

• 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).

Benefits

• 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 family & wellbeing.
• 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.
• Facilities & resources.
• 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.