Electrical Design Engineer - Contractor

Ultra Electronics Group; Stone; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading defense technology company as a contract Electrical Design Engineer. In this role, you will develop bespoke electrical designs for naval operations, ensuring performance and compliance. With a collaborative approach in a technical environment, you will contribute to innovative projects that safeguard nations. The position offers relocation support for eligible candidates.

Benefits

Relocation support

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical design and system specification.
• Good working knowledge of relevant electrical standards and regulations.
• Experience in the design of electrical systems for defence or industrial applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced electrical schematics and control systems.
• Analyse, verify, and optimise electrical designs to ensure performance.
• Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary engineering and project teams.

Skills

Electrical design

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Technical documentation

Schematic capture

Education

HNC or higher in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zuken E3

Job description

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

Job Description

Are you a contract Electrical Design Engineer looking to apply your expertise to diverse, technically challenging projects? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and your insight helps shape innovative solutions?

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer (Contractor) to support our project team at ESCO Maritime Solutions, based in Rugeley, Staffordshire. You will play a key role in producing bespoke electrical designs that underpin the development of complex equipment for harsh and demanding environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop advanced electrical schematics and control systems

Analyse, verify, and optimise electrical designs to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance

Generate technical requirements and specifications for electrical systems

Capture, document, and maintain electrical schematics to a high standard

Select suitable cables and protective devices, considering safety, function, and cost

Provide technical input on component selection and system configuration

Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary engineering and project teams

Participate in internal and customer-facing meetings where required

Maintain comprehensive documentation in line with ESCO’s engineering procedures

Required Qualifications and Skills:

HNC or higher in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Proven experience in electrical design and system specification

Good working knowledge of relevant electrical standards and regulations

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering documentation tools

Experience in schematic capture and reviewing electrical drawings

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

A flexible, solutions-oriented engineering approach

Experience in the design of electrical systems for defence or industrial applications

Familiarity with Zuken E3

Knowledge of electronics, control systems, or signal processing

At ESCO Maritime Solutions, you will join a dynamic, fast-paced engineering environment, working on meaningful and technically rewarding projects. While this is a contract role, you will be treated as an integral part of the team and empowered to make a tangible impact through your expertise.

Please Note: All candidates must be eligible to achieve the appropriate level of UK security clearance relevant to this role.

**This role has been assessed as Inside IR35**

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Relocation Support

Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that’s why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

About the company

Ultra Electronics Holdings is a British company serving the defence, security, critical detection & control markets.

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