Senior Electrical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled EWIS Technical Leader to blend technical expertise with leadership. This role focuses on the design and production of aeronautical electrical harnesses, ensuring compliance with quality standards and internal regulations. You will oversee project deliverables, guide your team, and tackle technical challenges while collaborating with project partners. If you have a passion for aerospace engineering and a knack for leading teams, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in aeronautical electrical harness design.
• Proven track record in leading technical projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to quality, methods, and internal regulations.
• Guide technological choices and validate deliverables.
• Organize team meetings and coordinate project stakeholders.

Skills

CATIA V5

3Dexperience

Team Management

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Aeronautical Design Standards

Education

Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Certifications in CAD software

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Job Description

Scope:

The EWIS Technical Leader role combines technical expertise with project and team leadership responsibilities to ensure the successful design and production of aeronautical electrical harnesses.

Role:

The EWIS Technical Leader is responsible for technical oversight and team management. They ensure adherence to quality, methods, and internal regulations, guide technological choices, and serve as the technical focal point for project partners.

Responsibilities:

Technical Activities

• Proficiency in CAD software such as CATIA V5 and 3Dexperience.
• Expertise in the design of electrical harnesses for aeronautical applications.
• Deliverables include:
• 3D Designs
• 2D Drawings
• TRL Justification dossiers
• Test plans and reports
• Study reports
• Engineering notes
• Technologies comparison

Project and Team Lead Activities

• Dispatch tasks and follow up on technical achievements.
• Guide technological choices and validate deliverables.
• Identify training needs and upskill team members as required.
• Resolve technical challenges and report progress to hierarchy.
• Organize team meetings and coordinate project stakeholders.
• Evaluate technical and project risks.
• Ensure compliance with quality, methods, and internal regulations.

Required Experience

• Significant experience in aeronautical electrical harness design.
• Knowledge of R&T environments, test processes, and demonstrator production.
• Proven track record in leading technical projects and teams.

Required Skills

• Advanced proficiency in CATIA V5 and 3Dexperience.
• Excellent team management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Strong knowledge of aeronautical design standards and practices.

Required Education

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Certifications in CAD software and aeronautical design are advantageous.