Principal Electrical Design Engineer

Principal Electrical Design Engineer

Take ownership of complex electrical systems and shape solutions across major defence programmes. Develop your skills while contributing to high-availability systems.

Must-have eligibility

• British citizenship
• Proven experience in electrical design engineering including knowledge of PLC hardware, analogue loops, digital inputs/outputs.
• Line management experience, supporting a team.
• Engineering degree or equivalent experience in electrical systems.

Rewards

£56,000 to £70,000 with career development, training and mentoring

What you will be doing

• Lead design and development of electrical panels, enclosures and cabinet layouts
• Produce and maintain schematics, technical documentation and Bills of Materials
• Resolve electrical issues across design, manufacture, integration and qualification stages
• Apply electrical standards and ensure compliance with Defence Standards

Your experience

• Experience in electrical design engineering role, with some line management experience, supporting a team.
• Experience of PLCs e.g. Siemens, Rockwell, Mitsubishi, an understanding of the PLC hardware, analogue loops, digital inputs and outputs.
• Knowledge of maritime or defence platforms desirable, although other safety-critical sectors will be considered (e.g. Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Airports).
• Familiarity with CAD tools for electrical design.
• Ability to work effectively in complex, fast-moving environments.

Benefits and flexibility

• Flexible and hybrid working options, including an optional compressed fortnight
• Career development, training and mentoring
• Performance-related bonuses

Location and pattern

New Malden, hybrid, occasional travel approximately 10%

Send your profile with availability and day rate. You will be represented by a specialist technical recruiter who will guide you through each stage of the process.