Electrical Design Engineer

ALTEN Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer in Crawley. The role involves the redesign and development of electrical systems for advanced defence applications. Candidates should possess strong electrical design experience and a relevant degree. This position requires on-site work five days a week, focusing on test jig development and ensuring compliance with rigorous defence standards. Join an innovative team dedicated to technological advancement and sustainability.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle & Tech Scheme

Employee assistance programme

Life insurance & Pension Scheme

Flexible way of working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical design including test jig development.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and defence/aerospace standards.
• Proficiency in CAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Experience in testing and validating electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the redesign of test jigs and associated electrical systems.
• Perform electrical design activities ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct Integration, Verification, Validation, and Qualification for reliability.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate designs into broader system architectures.

Skills

Electrical design experience

Test jig development

Compliance with industry standards

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork abilities

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Company Description

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Job Description

Join our team as an Electrical Design Engineer and take a key role in the redesign and development of electrical systems for advanced defence applications. You will focus on electrical design, including the redesign of test jigs and Integration, Verification, Validation, and Qualification (IVVQ) activities. Your expertise will ensure the delivery of robust, compliant, and high-performance electrical solutions that meet the rigorous demands of the defence sector.

This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects where precision, innovation, and compliance are essential.

Location: Crawley

On-site: 5 days per week

Seniority: Mid-Senior

Clearance: Candidates must be willing and eligible to obtain SC clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the redesign of test jigs and associated electrical systems.
• Perform electrical design activities, ensuring compliance with industry and defence standards.
• Conduct Integration, Verification, Validation, and Qualification to guarantee system reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical designs into broader system architectures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring designs meet functional and safety requirements.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, including schematics, test reports, and compliance records.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Proven experience in electrical design, including test jig development and V&V activities.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and defence/aerospace standards.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar) for schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Experience in testing, troubleshooting, and validating electrical systems.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical specifications and regulatory requirements.

• Soft Skills & Collaboration

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proactive approach to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

• Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or relevant technical/military background with equivalent hands-on experience.

• Desirable Skills

• Experience with high-reliability or safety-critical electrical systems.
• Knowledge of EMC/EMI compliance testing and mitigation techniques.
• Familiarity with defence or aerospace industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD, DO-160).
• Exposure to system integration and lifecycle management processes.

Additional information

Why join us?

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.