Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Redline Group Ltd; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering firm in Hampshire seeks a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to contribute to design and development of advanced electrical solutions for harsh environments. You will work on complex electrical assemblies, create schematic designs, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and proficiency with electrical CAD tools, along with experience in designing electrical systems. This role offers a chance to collaborate with a skilled engineering team while developing expertise in specialized electrical design.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proficiency with electrical CAD tools (SolidWorks Electrical ideal, but similar platforms also considered).
• Practical experience designing electrical systems for electronic assemblies, enclosures, or harsh-environment applications.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, including UKCA/CE marking and standards.

Responsibilities

• Define design requirements and technical specifications for complex electrical assemblies.
• Create schematic designs, circuit diagrams, cabling layouts, and control systems.
• Develop and execute verification and validation activities, including prototype builds and testing.
• Debug and validate electrical systems supporting fault-finding activities.
• Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and procurement teams.
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Support production teams with technical queries and subject matter expertise.

Skills

Electrical design principles

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

A Senior Electrical Design Engineer is sought to join an innovative engineering team in Hampshire, contributing to the design and development of advanced electrical solutions for specialist, design‑to‑order projects operating in harsh environments.

The Senior Electrical Design Engineer, Hampshire, will be expected to develop your understanding in the field, learning from peers and senior engineers in technical areas and industry best practices. This includes exposure to electrical design principles, design‑for‑manufacture processes, regulatory compliance, and production‑level engineering for bespoke systems.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineering, production, and project teams to define design requirements and technical specifications for complex electrical assemblies and electronic enclosures.
• Create schematic designs, circuit diagrams, cabling layouts, interconnect solutions, and control and safety‑related electrical systems using electrical CAD tools such as SolidWorks Electrical or similar platforms.
• Develop and execute verification and validation activities, including prototype builds, testing, and compliance checks.
• Debug and validate electrical systems using appropriate tools, supporting fault‑finding activities throughout the design lifecycle.
• Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and procurement teams to ensure seamless integration, manufacturability, and reliability of all electrical designs.
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including bills of materials, drawings, specifications, and compliance documents, ensuring alignment with UKCA/CE and other industry standards.
• Support production and wider engineering teams with technical queries and subject matter expertise across electrical and electronic disciplines.

Key skills & experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proficiency with electrical CAD tools (SolidWorks Electrical ideal, but similar platforms also considered).
• Practical experience designing electrical systems for electronic assemblies, enclosures, or harsh‑environment applications.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, including UKCA/CE marking and standards such as BS EN IEC (phone number removed).
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, communication, and teamwork abilities.

How to apply

Apply now for the Senior Electrical Design Engineer role in Hampshire. Send your CV to Or call Adam Dighton on (phone number removed)