Autonomous Marine Electrical Engineer

STARK; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stark is recruiting a Marine Electrical Engineer to design, build and test electrical systems for autonomous vessels and ground platforms. You will work across power distribution, embedded electronics, sensors, and propulsion components to create field-ready solutions for defence applications.

Join a dynamic team focused on bridging electrical architecture with real-world deployment. Candidates should have experience with marine platforms, power systems, and compliance with maritime standards,

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing electrical systems for marine platforms.
• Experience with AC and DC power distribution.
• Experience with electrical control, sensing, and actuation.
• Knowledge of Maritime standards: MCT/IMO/DNV.
• Experience with wire harnesses, microcontrollers, and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
• Excellent problem-solving in high-pressure, resource-constrained environments.
• Strong communication and ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate ship electrical systems including engine management, power distribution, batteries, embedded systems, and sensors.
• Conduct make-vs-buy tradeoff studies, negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Develop both low- and high-voltage architectures for rapid prototyping.
• Produce wiring diagrams, schematics, and harnesses using CAD tools.
• Select and validate components for reliability under extreme operational conditions.
• Support and participate in regular field testing and demonstrations with defence partners.

Skills

Marine electrical systems

AC/DC power distribution

Electrical control, sensing & actation

Maritime standards

Wire harness

Microcontrollers

Hardware-in-the-loop testing

Problem-solving under pressure

Communication & teamwork

UK security clearance eligible

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Stark is recruiting a Marine Electrical Engineer to design, build and test electrical systems for autonomous vessels and ground platforms. You will work across power distribution, embedded electronics, sensors, and propulsion components to create field-ready solutions for defence applications.

Join a dynamic team focused on bridging electrical architecture with real-world deployment. Candidates should have experience with marine platforms, power systems, and compliance with maritime standards,