Electrical Design Engineer

ARCA; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for growth

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A pioneering aerospace business in the Greater Bristol Area is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer for a 6-month contract. The role involves designing and optimising electrical power distribution systems for advanced aerospace applications. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and have experience in aerospace environments, with strong knowledge of power distribution systems. Join a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience in aerospace or advanced engineering environments.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution systems and electrical system integration.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards, certification processes, and compliance requirements.
• Confident communicator able to collaborate effectively across engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver electrical design solutions across low-voltage and high-voltage power distribution systems.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration into complex aerospace platforms.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, certification requirements, and safety regulations.
• Support prototype build, testing, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Electrical design solutions

Power distribution systems

Electrical system integration

Aerospace standards

Strong communication

Education

Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering

Job description

Overview

ARCA Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom

Role

Electrical Design Engineer

Contract: 6 months

Location: Bristol (Hybrid)

ARCA Resourcing is partnering with a pioneering aerospace business based in Bristol, which is pushing the boundaries of next-generation flight technology.

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to play a key role in the design, integration, and optimisation of electrical power distribution systems for advanced aerospace applications.

The Opportunity

• Develop and deliver electrical design solutions across low-voltage and high-voltage power distribution systems.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (Mechanical, Software, Systems) to ensure seamless integration into complex aerospace platforms.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, certification requirements, and safety regulations.
• Support prototype build, testing, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.

About You

• Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience in aerospace or advanced engineering environments.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution systems and electrical system integration.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards, certification processes, and compliance requirements.
• Confident communicator able to collaborate effectively across engineering disciplines.

Why Join?

• Be part of a cutting-edge aerospace programme shaping the future of flight.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your ideas directly influence project success.
• Competitive salary package and benefits, with clear opportunities for growth.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Automation Machinery Manufacturing, and Electrical Equipment Manufacturing