Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Fortress Recruit Limited; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead complex projects and mentor junior staff. The role requires over 9 years of experience in electrical design and a strong background in CAD tools. Key responsibilities include overseeing design activities, ensuring compliance with standards, and engaging with senior stakeholders. This full-time position offers a salary of £50-60K, flexible working options, and opportunity for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• 9+ years’ experience in electrical/electronic design within an engineering environment.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical CAD tools.
• Experience with ruggedised or complex engineering systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design activities in line with customer and internal standards.
• Ensure design outputs meet quality and budget requirements.
• Provide guidance and technical support to engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Electrical CAD tools

Mentoring

Education

Engineering degree or HNC/HND

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fortress Recruit is now working with a Defence Manufacturer who are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead and deliver complex electrical design projects.

This role is ideal for a technically strong engineer who can provide guidance to junior staff, drive design excellence, and implement improvements across engineering processes.

You’ll play a key role in concept and detailed design, ensuring high standards of accuracy, compliance, and cost-effective delivery, while supporting cross-functional teams and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead electrical design activities in line with customer, legislative, and internal standards.
• Ensure design outputs meet quality, programme, and budget requirements.
• Provide guidance and technical support to engineers and colleagues on design, verification, and manufacturing.
• Research and implement new technologies to improve products and processes, providing supporting documentation for the wider business.
• Undertake concept and detailed design, offering oversight and mentoring for junior engineers.
• Provide technical input for new business opportunities and cost estimates.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and design capability.
• Report on technical progress, resource utilisation, and project performance.
• Support cross‑functional collaboration to ensure successful delivery of projects and product development.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Engineering degree, or HNC/HND with significant experience.
• 9+ years’ experience in electrical/electronic design within an engineering environment.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical CAD tools, MRP/ERP systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and influence teams.
• Analytical, structured approach with excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, able to engage with peers and senior stakeholders.
• Experience with ruggedised or complex engineering systems – desirable.
• Eligibility for SC Clearance (5 years’ UK residency with no visa or sponsorship requirement).

This is a full‑time, permanent role based in Poole, looking to pay c£50‑60K DoE, with flexible working opportunity, and occasional travel as required.

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