Senior System Engineer

Job description

Join a team shaping the future of advanced electrical power and smart motor technologies.

We’re looking for a Systems Engineer to support the development, validation, and qualification of next‑generation electrical, electromechanical, and smart motor systems. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a hands‑on engineering environment and enjoys working across disciplines to bring complex products from concept through to qualification.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a key part of our engineering team, you will:

• Plan and deliver development and qualification testing for electrical and electromechanical systems.
• Configure and prepare test setups, instrumentation, and rigs, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
• Execute full V&V test campaigns in line with approved plans and procedures.
• Produce high‑quality documentation — including Test Plans, Procedures, and Reports — ensuring full traceability.
• Collaborate with Design, V&V, R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing teams throughout the test lifecycle.
• Support external test activities and suppliers, including visits to third‑party test sites.
• Drive continuous improvement across test equipment, processes, and facility capability.
• Contribute to root‑cause analysis, risk mitigation, and lessons learned activities.
• Promote a strong safety culture and adherence to laboratory and risk management protocols.

What You’ll Bring

Required Experience

• Hands‑on experience in development and/or qualification testing of electrical products.
• Exposure to mechanical and electromechanical systems testing.
• Practical experience in test rig setup, instrumentation, and troubleshooting.
• Strong technical documentation skills for V&V activities.
• Experience working within multi‑disciplinary engineering environments.
• Familiarity with regulated or safety‑critical industries is a plus.
• Background in supporting root cause analysis and continuous improvement.

Required Skills

• Solid understanding of electrical systems testing and qualification methods.
• Working knowledge of mechanical assemblies and basic hydraulics for integrated test setups.
• Competence in instrumentation selection, configuration, and data acquisition systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and requirements.
• Methodical, structured approach to executing test activities.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical capability.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance standards.

Education

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electrical, Mechanical, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Pitstone

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English