Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Owen Daniels; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Professional development

Pension contribution

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Portsmouth to lead the design and development of advanced electrical systems for maritime platforms. This role requires a blend of system design, integration, and hands-on validation while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering and experience in electrical system design, integration, and validation within safety-critical environments. Benefits include private healthcare, life assurance, and pension contributions.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in electrical system design, integration, and validation.
• Knowledge of power electronics, battery management systems, and electric vehicle architectures.
• Background in electric vehicle or automotive electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and integration of electrical systems including power distribution and control modules.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for seamless system integration.
• Develop and test prototypes, supporting validation and safety testing.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Produce detailed technical documentation including schematics and reports.

Skills

Electrical system design

Integration and validation

Power electronics

Battery management systems

Electric vehicle architectures

Education

Degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

Our client is a highly innovative engineering organisation delivering advanced maritime technology within a regulated, safety‑critical environment. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence, this is an opportunity to work on cutting‑edge, multidisciplinary projects shaping the future of maritime systems.

If you are an experienced electrical design engineer driven by innovation and technical excellence, this could be an excellent fit.

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Permanent
£55,000 - £65,000
Portsmouth

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced electrical systems for maritime platforms. This role combines system design, integration, and hands‑on validation, working closely with cross‑functional engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and integration of electrical systems including power distribution, control modules, motor control, and battery systems
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless system integration and compliance with standards
• Develop and test prototypes, supporting validation, performance, and safety testing activities
• Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement in system efficiency and performance
• Produce and communicate detailed technical documentation including schematics, wiring diagrams, and reports

Essential Skills and Experience

• Degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong experience in electrical system design, integration, and validation
• Knowledge of power electronics, battery management systems, and electric vehicle architectures
• Background in electric vehicle or automotive electrical systems

Benefits

• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Professional development
• Pension contribution