Electrical Design Engineer

Job description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

My client is a global engineering company delivering advanced technologies that improve safety, sustainability, and operational efficiency. Specialising in naval defence.

Responsibilities

• Design, analysis, and implementation of advanced electrical systems and components for applications.
• 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.
• Conduct and oversee testing, validation, and qualification of electrical systems.
• Produce and approve detailed technical documentation, including schematics, design reports, test plans, and certification evidence.

Requirements

• Experience in the design and manufacture of complex electrical systems.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD, DEF STAN, and other relevant standards.
• 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).

Key details

• Hybrid working (2 days per week in Barnstable)
• 37 hour weeks and half day Fridays
• 25 days’ annual leave, plus buy and sell & up to 16 days flexi leave accrual
• Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program
• 7% employer contribution
• Development opportunities, including LinkedIn learning
• Base salary up to £65k DOE + bonus

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Barnstaple

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-04-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

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