Senior Electrical Engineer (Marine Surveillance)

Matchtech; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in marine surveillance is on the lookout for a Senior Electrical Engineer. This full-time, permanent role combines UK-based work with international travel, focusing on the design, deployment, and maintenance of advanced sensor suites. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Electrical Engineering, particularly in networking, and will be responsible for building and testing critical components. Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative marine technology solutions while enjoying benefits like BUPA cover and stock options.

Benefits

BUPA cover

Stock options

Employee equity participation

Qualifications

• Experience in Electrical Engineering, including networking.
• Full UK driving licence and eligibility for UK Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Build and test panels, control cabinets, and distribution boxes.
• Collaborate with electrical designers to develop and improve products.
• Manage stock materials and maintain good production housekeeping.

Skills

Networking experience

Electrical Engineering

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Education

Qualified Electrical Engineer

Tools

Electrical tooling

Windows OS

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer (Marine Surveillance)

Ref no. BHN586538

Location: Start date ASAP

Job type: Permanent

Status: Open

Job Summary

Due to continued growth, our client, a key player in marine surveillance, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their team.

Key Skills Required

Networking experience

Important

Qualified Electrical Engineer

This full-time, permanent position involves a mix of UK-based work and foreign travel to design, build, deploy, maintain, and recover sensor suites for marine surveillance.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and test panels, control cabinets, and distribution boxes
• Wiring and panel production
• Soldering, connector assembly, and crimping
• Test, interrogate, and fault-find systems
• Soldering at cable level and PCB production
• Build and test cables
• Battery cabling and termination
• Produce water-tight cable looms and coaxial cable products
• Use and maintain electrical tooling, including a wide range of crimping tools
• Electrical installation and fit-out
• Work according to Works Orders, drawings, and engineering instructions
• Power wiring, typically DC
• Install marinised systems
• Fault finding and rectification
• Collaborate with electrical designers to develop and improve products, methods, and drawings
• Report progress and production issues
• Manage stock materials, consumables, and maintain good production housekeeping

Job Requirements

• Experience in Electrical Engineering, including networking
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong organisational skills
• Independent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with Windows OS
• Familiarity with communications systems and equipment
• Leadership skills with decision-making capabilities on-site
• Eligibility for UK Security Clearance

General Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Develop effective solutions to challenges using judgement and initiative
• Maintain proficiency in relevant IT systems
• Act ethically and with integrity, prioritising the company's best interests
• Maintain professional relationships with team members and departments
• Perform duties as assigned by management
• Practice good time management to maximize productivity
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment per health and safety policies
• Ensure equipment safety, proper testing, and operational guards
• Report safety hazards or violations
• Wear and check PPE or workwear regularly
• Benefits include BUPA cover and stock options or employee equity participation

If you are an experienced Electrical Engineer seeking an exciting opportunity in marine technology, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team.

About Matchtech

Matchtech is a STEM Recruitment Specialist with over 40 years of experience.