Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Defence Vehicle Systems

N P Aerospace Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence technology company in Coventry is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead the development of advanced electrical systems for military vehicles. You will be responsible for creating specifications, guiding solutions, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in electrical design, strong systems engineering understanding, and proficiency in relevant software tools. This role offers a competitive salary, discretionary bonuses, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Performance rewards

Flexible hours

25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays

Paid leave for Reservists

Competitive pension scheme

Life cover at 3x salary

Healthcare plan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a design office.
• Experience in electrical design for defence or automotive sectors.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics to BS8888.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process from concept to detailed design.
• Create specifications and present design options to stakeholders.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams for validated designs.

Skills

Technical expertise

Systems thinking

Collaboration

Communication skills

3D CAD (Creo 9.0)

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

3D CAD

PLM software (Windchill 12.0)

SolidWorks or Arcadia

Job description

A leading defence technology company in Coventry is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead the development of advanced electrical systems for military vehicles. You will be responsible for creating specifications, guiding solutions, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in electrical design, strong systems engineering understanding, and proficiency in relevant software tools. This role offers a competitive salary, discretionary bonuses, and a supportive work environment.