Electrical Design Engineer

-; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing firm in Cwmbran seeks an Electrical Design Engineer specializing in electrical design within the aviation sector. The role involves designing electrical systems for aircraft seats, ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer standards. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent and experience with 3D CAD systems. With comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career growth, this role offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovation.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Industry leading pension scheme

Private medical cover

Access to salary sacrifice benefits

Enhanced family policies

Annual share save schemes

Hybrid working options

Career advancement opportunities

Involvement in CSR activities

Qualifications

• Minimum degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification with experience.
• Experience with 3D CAD and AutoCAD electrical software is preferred.
• Understanding tolerances and OEM installation requirements is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design of electrical systems within aircraft seats.
• 3D harness design, electrical schematics, and block diagrams.
• Participate in Design Reviews and validation of products.

Skills

3D CAD

AutoCAD electrical software

Good communication

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Position description
Domain: Research, design and development
Job field / Job profile: Electrical mechatronics - Electrical architecture
Job title: Electrical Design Engineer
Employment type: Permanent
Professional category: Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time: Full-time

The purpose of this role is to be an Electrical Design Engineer with a thorough understanding of all aspects of electrical design, working within the aerospace industry. In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England.

Responsibilities

• 3D harness design, electrical schematics and block diagrams
• Responsible for the design and integration of electrical systems within aircraft seats to comply with company, regulatory and customer requirements
• Generating 2D/3D electrical installation and systems designs using CATIA V5 and PLM software
• Participate in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process
• Design engineers will be expected to communicate effectively and professionally with customers, suppliers & OEMs
• Ensure the successful integration of each design element within the product as a whole
• Participate in the validation of the product (using such methods as prototyping, test, etc)
• Follow and contribute to the development of the Best Practice guidelines
• From time to time, Design engineers must be prepared to undertake tasks outside of their normal duties as requested by their immediate supervisors

Benefits

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%
• Private medical cover (including Digital GP and rapid access Physiotherapy with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members
• Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme
• 4 x Life Assurance
• Interactive benefits platform including a wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection
• Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme
• Annual share save schemes
• Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth with Safran University and internal Training and Development Schools
• Involvement in corporate social responsibility activities including sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, and supporting STEM activities

Candidate skills & requirements

Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications

• Ideally qualified to a minimum of a degree in an Electrical Engineering field. Alternatively, a HNC / HND or an equivalent qualification as part of an Electrical Apprenticeship with demonstrated post-qualification experience gained within a technical role
• Experience using 3D CAD & AutoCAD electrical software packages or equivalent
• Understanding of the effective application of tolerances and a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, as well as OEM installation requirements
• Ability to read design drawings and specifications

Competencies, Behaviours and Skills

• Good communicator liaising with customers/airframers/suppliers and integrated programme team on a daily basis

We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible and inclusive. As part of our commitment with Disability Confident Employers, we may offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. We strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Let us know if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application.

Position location

Job location: Europe, UK, Wales
City (-ies): Llantarnam Industrial Park NP44 3HQ Cwmbran