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