Integration Design Engineer Electrical

BAE Systems; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Integration Design Engineer Electrical, where you'll shape the future of maritime engineering. This role involves producing innovative design solutions for the integration of new equipment into naval platforms, working closely with the Ministry of Defence and industry partners. You will apply your knowledge of electrical systems and design standards while collaborating with a diverse team of engineers. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to world-class vessels in the Defence Industry. If you're ready to make a real impact, this role is for you!

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Company contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work

Employee discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of electrical systems and design standards.
• Experience with electrical installation practices and distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce integration design solutions for new equipment in maritime platforms.
• Liaise with MoD and industry partners throughout the design process.

Skills

Knowledge of Electrical Systems theory

Interpret and apply Electrical Design Standards

Working knowledge of Electrical Installation Practices

Electrical Distribution Systems

Education

ONC/HNC in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent qualifications

Tools

AUTOCAD

FORAN

Job description

Job Description - Integration Design Engineer Electrical (00124291)

Job Title: Integration Design Engineer Electrical

Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

Salary: up to £40,000 dependent on skills and experience

What you’ll be doing:

1. Producing Integration Design Solutions for the introduction of new equipment into Maritime Platforms, activities consisting of:

• Liaison with MoD Customer and Industry Partners throughout the Design process
• Ship Survey(s)
• Production of an Installation Solution Pack consisting of Electrical/System Drawings, Penetrations, Cable Data Sheets, Bill of Materials and associated Installation Instructions
• Production of Ship Feasibility studies
• Liaise with MoD and Industry Partners in the development of Integration Requirements
• Undertake Ship Surveys in support of Equipment Material State Reports, Equipment Configuration Control and Ship Power and Load Chart Management
• Configuring and Maintaining Ship Databases for Electrical Power Distribution and Blown Fibre Networks
• Support Ship-build electrical detailed design activities across the Business
• Provide a technical input to the Product Safety of Design Services deliverables

Your skills and experiences:

• Knowledge of Electrical Systems theory
• Interpret and apply Electrical Design Standards
• Working knowledge of Electrical Installation Practices and Electrical Distribution Systems
• ONC/HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with some familiarity of AUTOCAD & FORAN toolsets

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Design Services – Electrical team:

Are you looking to get into design and further your career? Our Team of engineers has a varied background coming from a combination of Industry, Armed Forces Service Leavers and through our own BAE Apprenticeship Schemes. Working in tandem with our Structures, HVAC, Mechanical and Safety Teams we provide through life electrical engineering support to all Royal Naval Surface Fleet, Royal Fleet Auxiliary and Submarine Platforms. This role will offer you the opportunity to be a part of and help shape the future support of world class vessels within the Defence Industry.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 21st February 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.