Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Manpower UK Limited; South Hams; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global aerospace and defense company is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Plymouth. This role involves overseeing electrical system designs, ensuring compliance with standards, and providing technical guidance. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in designing electrical systems and writing requirements documents. Join a team that drives innovation in a mission-critical environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience of designing electrical systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of applicable regulations and standards.
• Experience of writing requirements and scope of work documents.
• Experience of working in BIM environments.
• Proficient understanding of IET Wiring Regulations BS7671.
• Ability to understand and review electrical engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prescribe electrical requirements for design projects.
• Specify electrical aspects in Scope of Work Documentation.
• Support tender reviews from a technical perspective.
• Provide technical oversight through frequent reviews.
• Respond to subcontractor Technical Queries.
• Support Design Reviews to ensure compliance.
• Conduct independent assessments and technical audits.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Recommend strategies to optimize subcontractor engagement.

Skills

Designing electrical systems

Understanding regulations and standards

Writing requirements and scope of work documents

Working in BIM environments

Understanding IET Wiring Regulations BS7671

Job description

Overview

Role: Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Plymouth (2 days in a week)

Duration: 12 months

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About our client: Our client is a leading global aerospace, defence, and security company specializing in delivering complex, mission-critical solutions. With a strong heritage in engineering and innovation, they provide essential services across aviation, marine, land, and nuclear sectors, supporting governments, armed forces, and commercial clients worldwide. Renowned for their commitment to safety, sustainability, and technological advancement, our client plays a vital role in ensuring operational excellence for their customers. Join them and be part of a team that drives innovation and delivers cutting-edge solutions in some of the world’s most demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Prescribe electrical requirements for design projects.
• Specify electrical aspects in Scope of Work Documentation.
• Support tender reviews from a technical perspective.
• Provide technical oversight of electrical designs through frequent reviews and progress meetings.
• Respond to subcontractor Technical Queries.
• Support Design Reviews to ensure that subcontractor electrical designs align with company requirements, industry standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Design Validation. Conduct independent assessments, technical audits, and feasibility reviews to verify design integrity and functionality.
• Technical Advisory. Provide guidance and expert advice to internal stakeholders regarding subcontractor work, highlighting potential areas for improvement.
• Recommend and implement strategies to optimize subcontractor engagement, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience of designing electrical systems
• Comprehensive understanding of regulations, legislation and standards that are applicable to electrical engineering
• Experience of writing requirements and scope of work documents
• Experience of working in BIM environments.
• Proficient understanding of the IET Wiring Regulations BS7671;
• Ability to understand and review electrical engineering drawings and calculations.

Note: This description may include references to a leading global defence and security company delivering complex, mission-critical solutions. No additional changes to duties or requirements have been made beyond formatting refinements.