Senior Electrical Design Engineer

ARM; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering organisation in Devonport is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to oversee electrical design projects for critical infrastructure. The role requires expertise in electrical system design, compliance with engineering standards, and effective communication skills. Ideal candidates will have a HNC in Electrical Engineering and experience within regulated environments. This full-time position offers competitive pay on a 12-month contract for high-profile defence projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical system design within a regulated or complex engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering standards, including IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
• Experience preparing requirements and assessing compliance.

Responsibilities

• Defining and prescribing electrical requirements for design projects.
• Developing scopes of work and reviewing tenders from a technical standpoint.
• Providing technical oversight of subcontractor designs.

Skills

Electrical system design

Electrical engineering standards

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Devonport, Plymouth
76ph inside IR35/ 12 month contract
Contract: Permanent, full time

About the Opportunity

ARM are proud to be supporting a major engineering organisation in the recruitment of a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their Facilities Engineering Department in Devonport. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex and high profile defence-related infrastructure projects, supporting the safe and effective operation of critical facilities.

The Role

As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in providing technical oversight and intelligent customer support for electrical design projects delivered by subcontractors. You’ll ensure that all electrical systems meet stringent technical, safety, and regulatory requirements while maintaining quality and value for money.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Defining and prescribing electrical requirements for design projects.
• Developing scopes of work and reviewing tenders from a technical standpoint.
• Providing technical oversight of subcontractor designs and leading design reviews.
• Responding to technical queries and conducting independent design validation.
• Advising stakeholders on electrical engineering matters and driving design integrity.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in electrical system design, ideally within a regulated or complex engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering standards, including IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
• Experience preparing requirements, reviewing designs, and assessing compliance.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem–solving skills.
• A collaborative approach and ability to deliver to time, cost, and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).

For more information or to apply, please contact Simon Cheung on