Electrical Engineer

Morson Edge; The Holme; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their team in Telford. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 to £50,000 with hybrid working options. Responsibilities include producing technical outputs and collaborating with suppliers to meet quality standards. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, have experience with 3D CAD software, and possess strong problem-solving skills. Attractive benefits include pension contributions, holiday purchase scheme, and gym discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Bonus incentive scheme

37-hour week over 4.5 days

Up to 10% employer pension contribution

Life assurance and private healthcare

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Health cash plan, gym discounts

Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes

Free parking and on-site gym access

Qualifications

• Degree or HND (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience using 3D CAD software (ideally CREO or NX).
• Innovative and adaptable approach to problem-solving.
• Knowledge of Def Stan 61-5 Part 6 and Def Stan 59-411 is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Produce drawings, design specifications, reports, and other technical outputs.
• Assist in the validation and testing of systems and equipment.
• Support the development of technical inputs for customer submissions.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure compliance with standards.
• Plan and schedule own work to meet project timelines.

Skills

3D CAD software experience (CREO or NX)

Microsoft Office proficiency

Understanding of drawing standards (BS8888)

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

E3 electrical design software

Job description

Overview

Electrical Engineer – Telford / Hybrid Salary : £40,000–£50,000 per year Contract Type : Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week) Industry : Defence / Vehicle Systems Location : Telford, Shropshire An experienced Electrical Engineer is required to join a busy engineering team involved in the design and integration of systems and equipment at both system and sub-system levels.

Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.

This is a diverse role offering exposure to a range of vehicle platforms and technologies.

The position requires close collaboration with internal engineering teams and external suppliers, demanding strong communication, systems engineering expertise, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Produce drawings, design specifications, reports, and other technical outputs that meet contractual and cost‑effective design requirements.
• Assist in the validation and testing of systems and equipment, including the creation of test schedules and integration plans.
• Support the development of technical inputs for customer submissions and project estimates.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure compliance with technical and quality standards.
• Stay informed on technical developments and apply this knowledge to ongoing projects.
• Plan and schedule own work to meet project timelines and budgets.
• Perform self‑verification and peer reviews to ensure design quality and completeness.
• Ensure designs meet criteria for: Safety Design for manufacture and cost, EMC, reliability, and maintainability.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or HND (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience using 3D CAD software (ideally CREO or NX).
• Understanding of drawing standards (e.g. BS8888) and geometric tolerancing.
• Experience in designing components and systems for both new and existing products.
• Innovative and adaptable approach to problem‑solving.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project).
• Knowledge of Def Stan 61-5 Part 6 and Def Stan 59-411 is desirable.
• Experience using E3 electrical design software is advantageous.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Bonus incentive scheme.
• 37‑hour week over 4.5 days.
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Life assurance and private healthcare.
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with holiday purchase scheme.
• Health cash plan, gym discounts, and cashback options.
• Cycle‑to‑work and electric vehicle schemes.
• Free parking and on‑site gym access.
• Long service rewards and enhanced maternity/paternity benefits.

Additional Information

This role may be subject to security and export control restrictions. Eligibility to work on certain projects may depend on nationality or previous citizenship status.

The employer is an equal opportunities organisation, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.