Electrical Design Engineer / Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Marine Resources Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine innovation company is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to design and integrate electrical systems for vessels. You will collaborate with various engineering disciplines to ensure safe and compliant designs. The role demands a degree in Electrical Engineering and significant experience in marine electrical design. This position offers a competitive salary, an exciting environment at the forefront of marine systems, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Significant recent experience in electrical design within the marine industry.
• Strong understanding of electrical principles and marine systems.
• Familiarity with marine electrical standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design electrical systems for vessels.
• Collaborate with software and control engineers.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation including compliance reports.

Skills

Electrical design

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent industry experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer / Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Location – Fareham

Full Time – Permanent

£45,000 - £65,000 (D.O.E.)

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to design cutting‑edge electrical systems for marine vessels?

The Company

My client is at the forefront of marine innovation, developing advanced vessels that combine technology, safety, and performance. They are recognised for their collaborative and high‑performing engineering environment, where technical excellence drives the design of next‑generation maritime solutions.

The Role

The company is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join their Electrical Engineering team. In this role, you will design and integrate electrical systems that power and control vessels, ensuring seamless operation, safety, and compliance with industry standards. You will collaborate closely with software engineers, naval architects, and mechanical engineers to deliver fully integrated vessel designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and design electrical systems for vessels, including power distribution, propulsion control, sensor integration, and communication networks.
• Collaborate with software and control engineers to integrate electrical systems with navigation and control systems.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant maritime regulations and classification society requirements.
• Oversee testing and validation of electrical systems.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and compliance reports.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Significant recent experience in electrical design within the marine industry.
• Proficiency with electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD) and strong understanding of electrical principles and marine systems.
• Familiarity with marine electrical standards.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to convey technical information to multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with navigation and control systems, including sensor integration (LIDAR, radar, GPS).
• Knowledge of communication protocols and networks used in marine vessels (Ethernet, CAN bus, NMEA 2000).
• Familiarity with power management systems for electric and hybrid propulsion.

Why Join

This is a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of marine electrical design, developing systems that are critical to the operation of high‑performance vessels. You will be part of a highly skilled team, contributing directly to innovative and technically challenging projects.

If you are ready to take ownership of complex electrical systems and make a tangible impact on the next generation of marine vessels, apply today to join this forward‑thinking engineering team.

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