Electrical System Technical Lead

Seismic Recruitment; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Peterborough is seeking an Electrical System Technical Lead for a 12-month contract. You will work on electrified powertrains and battery systems in a hands-on role, leading projects from specification to validation. The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering and over 5 years in electrical systems design, particularly high-voltage battery solutions. This position offers a competitive rate and an opportunity to influence innovative projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in electrical systems or high-voltage battery design.
• Strong grasp of power electronics and EV system design.
• Hands-on, flexible mindset with a passion for fast-paced engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead specification and design collaboration with key suppliers.
• Act as the electrical system architect for the team.
• Develop and own electrical system schematics and high voltage circuits.

Skills

High and low voltage power electronics

Power electronics

Electrical systems design

Problem-solving (Six Sigma)

Automotive tools (CANape, CANalyzer)

Education

Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering

Tools

3D CAD design

Electrical system validation tools

Job description

Overview

Electrical System Technical Lead – Peterborough

12-month contract – with potential to extend for the right person

37 hours a week: 08:30-16:45 Mon-Thurs, 08:30-16:00 Fri

Up to £34.65 PAYE hourly rate plus holiday and pension contribution, OR Umbrella hourly rates up to £47ph

About the role

This is an engineer’s dream: a fast-paced, hands-on role where creativity meets rapid execution. You’ll join a collaborative UK-based team within a global leader in sustainable machinery, working on a stream of short, varied projects that move quickly from concept to prototype.

Based in Peterborough, you’ll help shape the future of electrified powertrains and battery systems, building and testing onsite, and getting direct feedback from customers. The team is still in its exciting early phase, offering the chance to influence direction and explore new ideas.

You’ll lead electrical architecture from scratch, solve real-world problems, and work flexibly across disciplines — everyone pitches in. With a strong foundation in electrical systems, power electronics, and vehicle integration, you’ll bring your experience to a high-performing environment that values innovation, ownership, and continuous learning.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead the detailed specification, design collaboration with key suppliers, definition of detailed requirements based on key program objectives and risk assessments (FMEA’s) of the electrical system including high voltage and low voltage subsystems. These systems include battery cell to module, module to pack, pack to power system and power system to electrified machine.
• You will act as the electrical system architect and lead activities to be completed by the team which include 3D CAD design, schematics, harnessing, cable design and routing and electrical system validation.
• You will develop and own electrical system schematics, high voltage and control circuits, and ensure clarity and alignment with the battery system, power system and machine system.
• Contribute to the identification of electrical system requirements and their maintenance through projects
• Keep up to date on power electronic technologies, testing techniques and legislation requirements

What you need

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering
• Experience of high and low voltage power electronics is essential
• 5+ years’ experience in electrical systems or high-voltage battery design
• Strong grasp of power electronics, EV system design, and component ownership
• Skilled in CPPD, APQP, and structured problem-solving (e.g. Six Sigma) – Desirable
• Familiar with heavy-duty machinery and EMC-compliant design practices - Desirable
• Proficient in automotive tools (e.g. CANape, CANalyzer) and serial networks (e.g. CAN, J1939) – Desirable
• Hands-on, flexible mindset with a passion for fast-paced, collaborative engineering

To apply, please submit a copy of your up-to-date CV indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK, and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.

The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be provided in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates.