Senior Electronics / Electrical Engineer

ALTEN; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private MedicalInsurance

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Job summary

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy seeking a Senior Electronics / Electrical Engineer for a permanent role in the South West UK. You will design, develop and integrate electrical and electronic test solutions within a highly regulated environment, delivering advanced engineering programmes.

The role involves automated test system development, mains distribution, signal conditioning, PCB and harness design, and close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure

Qualifications

• Strong background in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
• Experience designing and developing automated test systems.
• System-level design and integration experience.
• Knowledge of mains power distribution systems.
• Experience with signal conditioning and measurement systems.
• PCB design and electrical harness design experience.
• Experience using LabVIEW and NI TestStand.
• Knowledge of C and/or C# for test system development and custom requirements.
• Experience in defence, aerospace or other highly regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated test systems for complex electronic and electrical systems.
• Produce system-level electrical designs and architecture solutions.
• Support mains distribution design and integration activities.
• Develop signal conditioning solutions to support accurate measurement and testing.
• Undertake PCB and electrical harness design activities.
• Support integration, verification and troubleshooting of test equipment.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver robust and reliable solutions.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation in line with project requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Automated test systems

System-level design

Mains power distribution

Tools

LabVIEW

NI TestStand

C

C#

Job description

Senior Electronics / Electrical Engineer

• Full-time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Region: South West UK

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

We are looking for a Senior Electronics / Electrical Engineer to join a growing engineering team working on complex test and measurement systems within a highly regulated environment. This role is focused on the design, development and integration of electrical and electronic test solutions, supporting the delivery of advanced engineering programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated test systems for complex electronic and electrical systems.
• Produce system-level electrical designs and architecture solutions.
• Support mains distribution design and integration activities.
• Develop signal conditioning solutions to support accurate measurement and testing.
• Undertake PCB and electrical harness design activities.
• Support integration, verification and troubleshooting of test equipment.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver robust and reliable solutions.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation in line with project requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
• Experience designing and developing automated test systems.
• System-level design and integration experience.
• Knowledge of mains power distribution systems.
• Experience with signal conditioning and measurement systems.
• PCB design and electrical harness design experience.
• Experience using LabVIEW and NI TestStand.
• Knowledge of C and/or C# for test system development and custom requirements.
• Experience working within defence, aerospace or other highly regulated engineering environments.

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

Benefits

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private MedicalInsurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings &team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.