Electrical Engineer

STR Group Limited; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Barnstaple to design and develop mission-critical systems for defence applications. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in electrical engineering and strong skills in system integration and testing. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with MIL-STD and other standards, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. This contract role offers an attractive hourly rate of £45-55 inside IR35.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical disciplines.
• Experience in defence/aerospace/marine environments.
• Solid knowledge of MIL-STD, DEF STAN, EMC.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for sonar, control, and power distribution.
• Integrate subsystems into complex defence platforms.
• Run testing and validation activities.

Skills

Electrical system design

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Zuken E3

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Barnstaple, Devon

Job Type: Contract Inside IR35

Rate: £45-55 p/h

Our client is looking for an Electrical Engineer to help deliver mission-critical electrical systems for ships, weapon systems, and communication platforms. If you’re a hands‑on, detail‑driven individual…then this is the perfect role for you!

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop electrical systems for sonar, control, and power distribution.
• Integrate subsystems into complex defence platforms.
• Ensure compliance with MIL-STD, DEF STAN, and EMC standards.
• Run testing, validation, and qualification activities.
• Produce clear schematics, test documents, and design reports.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues across development and in‑service equipment.
• Support upgrades, obsolescence, and new technology adoption.
• Work closely with mechanical, systems, software, and supplier teams.

What You Bring

• Strong electrical system design and analysis skills.
• Confident problem solver with a methodical approach.
• Experience in defence/aerospace/marine environments.
• System integration experience on ships or other large platforms.
• Hands‑on testing and validation capability.
• Solid knowledge of MIL-STD, DEF STAN, EMC.
• Skilled documentation and attention to detail.
• Team player with strong communication skills.
• Experience with Zuken E3, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar tools.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical disciplines

Security Requirements

• UK Sole National
• BPSS Cleared
• Able to obtain SC

If you’re a skilled Electrical Engineer, ready to take on their next role, then please apply and drop your CV below!