Electrical Engineer

James Fisher and Sons plc; Inchinnan; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work

Job summary

James Fisher and Sons plc is seeking an Electrical Engineer for Inchinnan, operating in a hybrid environment. The role covers design input for new products and through-life support for submarine rescue related equipment and systems.

You will manage documentation, perform design checks, and liaise with Sales, Procurement and Production to deliver robust technical solutions. The successful candidate will own projects from concept to completion, producing accurate documentation, and adapting to

Qualifications

• Proven electrical and electronics design skills.
• Ability to generate design calculations.
• Competent with engineering design software/CAD tools.
• Knowledge of design standards and industry practices.
• Experience with PLM and engineering document control.
• Degree in Electrical & Electronics or equivalent.
• Exposure to marine/defence standards (LR/DNV) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering design input for new products and support existing range.
• Liaise with Sales/Procurement/Production to deliver technical solutions.
• Source components, maintain part numbers and BOMs.
• Prepare specifications, assembly instructions, test procedures, and reports.
• Check electrical drawings and act as technical checker for accuracy.
• Deliver solutions within project timescales and budgets.
• Conduct site visits to support delivery and objectives.

Skills

Electrical design

Electronics design

Design calculations

CAD tools

PLM systems

Design standards

DC systems

Marine/defence standards

Education

Electrical & Electronics engineering degree

Tools

CAD packages

PLM system

Job description

About the Role

Electrical Engineer
Inchinnan, Hybrid
Full-time, Permanent

Please note that this role requires security checks.

The Role:

This role is responsible for delivering innovative engineering design solutions and providing through-life engineering support across the JFD product range, including equipment and systems that support submarine rescue operations. The successful candidate will work on a varied portfolio of projects, from developing new products to meet customer and business requirements, to supporting in-service equipment upgrades and modifications in the field, helping to ensure the continued effectiveness of critical rescue capabilities.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented engineer with excellent communication and organisational skills, who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team. You will take ownership of projects from concept through to completion, producing accurate, high-quality documentation and adapting to changing priorities and customer needs. With a methodical approach and a commitment to delivering practical, cost-effective solutions, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment where meeting deadlines, budgets and performance expectations is key to success, while contributing to systems that play a vital role in supporting submarine rescue teams worldwide.

What you’ll be doing:

• Provide engineering design input for new products and technical support for the existing product range, assessing technical queries and developing effective engineering solutions.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, including Sales, Procurement and Production, to ensure the most appropriate technical solutions are delivered.
• Source suitable components and materials, creating and maintaining part numbers and bills of materials as required.
• Produce and review engineering documentation, including specifications, proposals, assembly instructions, test procedures, certification and technical reports, ensuring compliance with company processes, engineering best practice, and relevant industry standards.
• Check electrical drawings and associated documentation, taking responsibility as the technical checker to ensure accuracy, quality and compliance.
• Deliver engineering solutions that meet project timescales and budget requirements while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Undertake site visits to JFD locations, customer sites and operational assets as required to support project delivery and business objectives.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven electrical and electronics design skills.

• Skilled in generating design calculations.
• Competent in the use of engineering design software tools / CAD packages.
• Knowledge of design standards.
• Previous product design experience would be advantageous, particularly DC systems.
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management system for generating and storage of engineering packages.
• Electrical and Electronics engineering degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience working to marine, defence standards and class society rules (mainly LR and DNV).

Why join us?

• Early finish on Fridays
• Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.)
• Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility
• Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions
• Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations

About Us:

James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.

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For more information about our values and behaviours, follow the link: About us | James Fisher and Sons plc

James Fisher Defence (JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, delivering cutting-edge diving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial and defence markets. Operating worldwide, JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training. We’re also at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry. Explore more about JFD

At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.

To support an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience in the UK, we partner with Vercida. You can learn more about our approach by visiting our company page: James Fisher and Sons diversity, inclusion, culture - VERCIDA