Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Company: Owen Daniels
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Location: Portsmouth
Job Description:

Job Description

Our client is a rapidly growing business designing some of the most innovative and interesting applications for the marine industry. If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for design and development, for a pre-production project then this could be perfect for you.

Senior Electrical Design Engineer (contract)

Outside IR35

Marine applications

6 month contract

Hybrid working

Responsibilities:

System Design and Integration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, software, and systems engineers, to integrate electrical systems into the overall design.

• Design and layout electrical systems, encompassing power distribution, wiring harnesses, connectors, control modules, and charging systems.

• Ensure all electrical designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.

Prototyping and Testing:

• Work closely with testing teams to conduct functional, performance, and safety tests on electrical systems.

• Diagnose and resolve any issues that arise during testing phases.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Develop detailed documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical reports related to electrical design.

• Effectively communicate design concepts and findings to team members, management, and stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering, or a minimum of 5 years of industry experience with an apprenticeship qualification.

• Proficiency in CAD software for electrical design (e.g., AutoCAD or similar).

• Experience with 3D CAD systems (e.g., Inventor) is advantageous but not essential.

• Familiarity with CAN Bus systems.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

• Experience in preparing and submitting detailed design specifications for high-value projects.

• Proactive, self-motivated, and committed to excellence.

• Willingness to embrace innovation and creativity; lateral thinking is encouraged.

• Experience in testing and commissioning electrical systems.

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm, or flexibility such as 7.30am – 4pm

Candidates must be able to obtain BPSS clearance and should have the right to work in the UK.

Posted: April 14th, 2025