Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Resource Area for Teaching; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime technology firm in Portsmouth seeks an Electrical Design Engineer to drive the development of advanced watercraft technology. The role involves designing and implementing electrical systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates possess electrical or mechatronics qualifications and relevant experience. Competitive salary up to £65,000 offered, along with generous benefits including private healthcare and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual Leave – 25 days plus bank holidays

Wellbeing Day

Private Healthcare

Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover

Family Leave

Christmas Leave

Professional Development

Pension Contribution

Flexible Working

Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD software for electrical design is essential.
• Hazardous Voltages (DC) and CAN Bus experience is advantageous.
• Test and commissioning experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design and layout of electrical systems for maritime platforms.
• Collaborate to integrate electrical systems with other engineering teams.
• Create detailed documentation, schematics, and reports on electrical designs.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD software for electrical design

Excellent problem-solving skills

Effective communication and teamwork abilities

Knowledge of electric vehicle architectures

Attention to detail

Education

Electrical / Mechatronics engineering qualifications to degree level

Minimum of 5 years industry experience with an apprenticeship qualification

Tools

AutoCAD or similar CAD software

3D CAD systems

Job description

• Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE
• Full Time
• Permanent

Who we are

SubSea Craft is a fast growing, privately-funded, UK-based innovative maritime technology company specialising in next-generation, high-performance watercraft and systems. We operate at the intersection of advanced engineering, cutting‑edge design, and user‑centric innovation, delivering safe, effective, and enabling solutions for both commercial and defence applications.

What we offer

• Annual Leave – Entitlement to 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Wellbeing Day – An additional Wellbeing Day each year to focus on personal health and wellbeing.
• Private Healthcare – Access to comprehensive private healthcare coverage to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover – Comprehensive protection including Life Assurance (4x salary) and Critical Illness Cover for added financial security.
• Family Leave – Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Christmas Leave – A Christmas shutdown is typically observed.
• Professional Development – Commitment to ongoing learning and career growth, supported by training programmes and access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Pension Contribution –
  pension scheme with the option to contribute via salary sacrifice
• Flexible Working – Opportunities for flexible working arrangements to promote work–life balance.
• Inclusive Culture – A professional environment that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.

We are looking for an energetic Electrical Design Engineer to drive forward the development of world leading advanced maritime technology. The successful candidate will be driven by innovation and strive to deliver excellence in everything they do.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the development of cutting‑edge maritime technology. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing the electrical systems that power and control various components within maritime platforms. Your expertise will contribute to the advancement of sustainable transportation technology.

Responsibilities will include

System Design and Integration

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, software engineers, and systems engineers to integrate electrical systems seamlessly into the overall design.
• Design and layout of electrical systems, including power distribution, wiring harnesses, connectors, and control modules, motor control, battery management, and charging systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations in all aspects of electrical design.

Prototyping and Testing

• Develop prototypes of electrical systems and components for validation and testing purposes.
• Collaborate with testing teams to conduct functional, performance, and safety tests on electrical systems, diagnosing and resolving any issues that arise.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and propose improvements to enhance the efficiency, performance, and sustainability of EV electrical systems.

Documentation and Reporting

• Create detailed documentation, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical reports related to electrical design.
• Communicate design concepts and findings effectively to team members, management, and stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• Electrical / Mechatronics engineering qualifications to degree level or a minimum of 5 years industry experience with an apprenticeship qualification.
• Proficiency in CAD software for electrical design (e.g., AutoCAD, or similar).
• Experience working with 3D CAD systems is advantageous but not critical.
• Hazardous Voltages (DC) and CAN Bus experience is advantageous but not critical.
• Experience with simulation and analysis tools for electrical systems.
• Knowledge of electric vehicle architectures, power electronics, and battery management systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to electric vehicles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Prior experience in electric vehicle design or automotive electronics is a plus.
• Experience with preparing and submitting detailed design specifications of high value projects.
• A proactive individual with strong commitment and self‑motivation.
• Willingness to embrace innovation and creativity – Lateral thinking is encouraged.
• Test and commissioning experience

Note: Due to the nature of work undertaken at SubSea Craft, the selected candidate must be capable of meeting the security requirements of the position, which would include as a minimum Existing right to live and work in the UK, Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), with Security Check likely for specific projects.*

Values

Our people are our greatest asset, we continually strive to provide an excellent working environment to enable our team to do their best work. We have an agile professional workforce: weare founded on the belief that our people are valued and our business is trusted, inclusive and commercially‑adept.

What we expect from you

• Teamwork, mutual respect and collaboration
• Initiative and independent working
• Honesty and integrity
• Business and commercial awareness
• Agility, adaptability and continuous development

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

We regret that due to the high volume of applications we are unable to acknowledge every application. Please bear in mind that if you are selected for an interview we will aim to contact you within 14 days of your application or the closing date (if stated). However, if we think that your skills and qualifications may be suitable for other similar positions we may hold your details on our database and contact you in the future. Please let us know if you do not wish us to keep your details on file.

*Please note that DBS, Driving Licence and reference checks will be carried out and all offers of employment are subject to meeting our requirements.