Senior Electrical Design Engineer

White Trading Limited; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance rewards

Flexible start/finish times

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Reservist and Cadet leave

Pension scheme (9%)

Life cover

Health & wellbeing plan

Career development

Global business environment

Job summary

NP Aerospace is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead advanced electrical systems for next-generation armoured vehicles. You will shape electrical architecture, integrating EMC, ECM/EECM protection, BOWMAN communication, and complex sub-systems.

You’ll own specifications, drive design options, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver validated, field-ready solutions that protect lives and support global defence operations.

Qualifications

• A proven track record delivering electrical design projects in defence or automotive.
• Experience in a design office using 3D CAD (Creo 9.0 preferred).
• Strong knowledge of electrical schematics and cable/harness design to BS8888.
• Familiar with EMC/ECM/EECM and armoured vehicle subsystems.
• Experience with configuration control and change management (Def Stan 05-57).
• Experience in validation and verification including environmental requirements.
• Strong systems engineering understanding and ability to produce Design FMEAs.
• Excellent communication with internal/external stakeholders.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design from concept to details, meeting customer requirements and standards.
• Create specifications, present design options, and guide solutions through the lifecycle.
• Translate requirements into validated designs with production and lifecycle support.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and customers for robust, field-ready systems.

Skills

3D CAD

Creo 9.0

Windchill

Electrical schematics

Cable & harness design

EMC/ECM/EECM

BS8888 standards

Systems engineering

Design FMEAs

Communication skills

MS Office

Tools

Windchill PLM

Creo

Job description

Job Title:Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Location:Coventry, UK
Core Hours:08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri).
Vacancy Type:Full-time, Permanent and onsite
Salary:£50,000 – £60,000 per annum (subject to experience) + discretionary bonuses

About the role

We’relooking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead the development of advanced electrical systems for next-generation armoured military vehicles. This role plays a key part in shaping the electrical architecture that supports mission‑critical platforms integrating technologies such as EMC, ECM/EECM protection, BOWMAN communication, situational awareness systems, and complex automotive sub‑systems.

You’llthrive here if you enjoy taking ownership, influencing design direction, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams to turn customer requirements into validated, field‑ready solutions. Ifyou’repassionate about delivering innovative, robust electrical systems that protect lives and support global defence operations, this could be the perfect role for you.

What you’ll get in return

At NP Aerospace, we know our success comes from our people. That’s why we invest in benefits that support your health, reward your hard work, and help you grow your career:

• Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities
• Flex your day – flexible start and finish times (subject to manager approval and operational needs)
• Time to recharge – 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
• Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions
• Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary
• Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs
• Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business
• Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

What you’ll be doing

In this role,you’lllead the electrical design process from concept through to detailed design, ensuring systems meet customer requirements, regulatory standards, and operational needs.You’lltake ownership of creating specifications, presenting design options, and guiding solutions through the full design lifecycle.

You’ll work closely with engineers, project managers, production teams, and customers to translate requirements into validated and verified designs that support efficient manufacturing and through-life support.You’llalso be a key customer-facing engineer, able to communicate technical detail with clarity and confidence.

Your work will span prototype development, test definition, engineering change control, and supporting the legacy fleet.You’llplay a critical part in ensuring NP Aerospace continues to deliver safe, robust, and innovative solutions across current and future vehicle programmes.

What we’re looking for

• A proventrack recorddelivering electrical design projects from concept to launch within defence or automotive sectors
• Strong experience in a design office using 3D CAD (Creo 9.0 preferred)
• Experience using PLM software (Windchill 12.0 preferred)
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics and cable/harness design to BS8888
• Familiarity with armoured vehicle electrical subsystems such as EMC, ECM/EECM, BOWMAN and situational awareness systems
• Knowledge of configuration control and change management (Def Stan 05-57)
• Experience in validation and verification of products, including environmental requirements
• Strong systems engineering understanding
• Experience producing Design FMEAs and applying robust engineering practices
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiencyin MS Office

Bonus points if you have:

• Military vehicle or subsystem design experience
• Experience managing product lifecycle and supply chain interaction
• SolidWorks or Arcadia experience
• Creo cabling moduleproficiency
• Experience working with the UK MoD or involvement in complex bid submissions

What do we do at NP Aerospace?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high‑performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, andour vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutionsthat solve our customers’ complex challenges.Our values – Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedicationform the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat‑proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next‑generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.

Data Privacy

NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

Please note

If successful, you will be required to sign theOfficial Secrets Actand successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.