Senior Electrical Engineer - NPI

Edwards Vacuum; Clevedon; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation andBenefits

Health and well‑being programs

Career growth & lifelong learning

Job summary

Edwards Vacuum in Clevedon, UK is seeking a lead electrical resource for our New Product Introduction team. You will deliver electrical and electro‑mechanical designs, ensure CE/UL compliance, and develop innovative thermal solutions for internal and external customers.

The role focuses on reducing cost and complexity while guiding documentation and certifications. You will mentor engineers, translate MRS into design requirements, and drive product variants through lab testing, PCB design and

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ engineering experience with strong diagnostic and problem solving skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and circuit diagrams.
• Skilled with test & measurement tools (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators).
• Knowledge of electrical device selection, EMC and safety compliance, and safety certifications (UL, CE).
• Experience translating MRS into product design requirements and conducting system verification (HW/SW).
• PCB design and SAP experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Create fit‑for‑purpose product and electrical designs/drawings meeting safety, reliability, and manufacturing standards.
• Support lab activities by developing custom controls, test fixtures and ensuring safe electrical practices.
• Contribute to Engineering Change processes and understand cross‑functional impacts.
• Help produce manuals, spares lists, BOMs and other documentation for new product launches.
• Use engineering calculations to validate new and existing designs.
• Apply electrical control knowledge to meet MRS-defined requirements.
• Support product lifecycle management and continuous improvement.
• Develop understanding of manufacturing methods to reduce cost, lead time and improve quality.
• Work to project timelines, communicating progress and risks.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate across teams.
• Partner with suppliers to develop and deliver solutions for new and existing products.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Problem solving

Reading electrical schematics

Hands-on testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Vault

SAP

Job description

Your role

The mission for this role is to be the lead electrical resource working in the NPI (New Product Introduction) team. You will be responsible for delivering new electrical and electro‑mechanical products taking a creative approach when necessary to reduce cost and complexity while also supporting all needs for certifications to meet CE and UL regulations while creating exciting and new thermal solutions for our internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Create fit‑for‑purpose product and electrical designs/drawings that meet safety, reliability and manufacturing standards.
• Support lab activities by developing custom controls, test fixtures and ensuring safe electrical practices.
• Contribute to Engineering Change processes and understand cross‑functional impacts.
• Help produce manuals, spares lists, BOMs and other documentation for new product launches.
• Use engineering calculations to validate new and existing designs.
• Apply electrical control knowledge to meet requirements defined in the Marketing Requirement Specification (MRS).
• Support product lifecycle management and continuous improvement.
• Develop understanding of manufacturing methods to reduce cost, lead time and improve quality.
• Work to project timelines, communicating progress and risks.
• Proactively improve products and customer experience.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Partner with suppliers to develop and deliver solutions for new and existing products.

Do you have a Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent experience plus:

• 7+ years’ relevant engineering experience with strong diagnostic and problem solving skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and circuit diagrams.
• Skilled with test & measurement tools (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators).
• Knowledge of electrical device selection, EMC and safety compliance, and safety certifications (UL, CE).
• Experience translating MRS into product design requirements and conducting system verification (HW/SW).
• PCB design and SAP experience beneficial.
• Familiarity with thermal management solutions preferred.
• Strong collaboration across Electrical, Electronics, Compliance, and Software teams.
• CAD skills (AutoCAD Electrical, Vault) and proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Hands‑on test equipment operation experience.
• Ability to travel (incl. annual customer visit) and perform physical tasks (lifting 20lbs, bending, kneeling, walking).
• Fluent English; additional languages an advantage.
• Able to estimate work effort and communicate effectively within diverse teams.
• Role based in Clevedon, UK.

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being

Job location

This role requires you to work on‑site at our Product Company in Clevedon, UK. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face‑to‑face collaboration.

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team: Tracey Brailey

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