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Electrical Design Engineer

Job Posted: 21 days ago

Salary: £ 30,101 - 39,131 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

Job Specification: Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Birmingham City Centre (Full-time, On-site)

Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (DOE)

Sector: Naval, Marine & Defense

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Design Engineer to join their specialist engineering team in Birmingham. In this role, you will lead the design and development of high-integrity electronic enclosures and control systems destined for critical maritime platforms and naval vessels.

You will be responsible for the full design lifecycle, ensuring all solutions meet the stringent "fit-for-purpose" requirements of the defense sector, including shock, vibration, and EMC compliance.

Key Responsibilities

System Design: Lead the electrical design of complex enclosures, power distribution units, and control systems for naval applications.
Technical Specification: Interpret customer requirements to produce detailed technical specifications, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials (BOM).
Compliance & Standards: Ensure all designs adhere to maritime and defense standards (e.g., Def Stan 59-411, 61-5) regarding EMC, shock, and environmental protection.
Lifecycle Management: Manage projects from initial concept through to prototype, testing, and production handover.
Collaboration: Work closely with mechanical engineers and production teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical components into ruggedised enclosures.
Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and peer reviews for junior members of the engineering team.The Ideal Candidate

Technical Skills & Experience:

Proven experience in Electrical Design within a high-integrity environment (Defense, Aerospace, Nuclear, or Rail).
Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or SolidWorks Electrical).
Deep understanding of power distribution, control circuitry, and PCB integration.
Experience designing for harsh environments (IP ratings, thermal management, and ruggedisation).
Knowledge of maritime defense standards and certification processes is highly desirable.
Must be able to obtain Security ClearanceQualifications:

Degree (BEng/MEng) in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it is a plus

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