System Design Engineer

Bluestream People; Reigate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime systems integrator is seeking a System Design Engineer to develop electrical and mechanical solutions for high-profile projects. The role requires strong design engineering experience and proficiency in CAD software. You will produce recognized standard drawings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment. A competitive salary and benefits including a performance-based bonus and annual leave are offered.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Annual performance-based bonus

Pension scheme with up to 7.5% matching contributions

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to an onsite gym

Free parking facilities

Qualifications

• Experience producing high-quality drawings and STEP files.
• Knowledge of manufacturing techniques and material properties.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop design concepts from first principles.
• Produce 2D and 3D drawings to recognized standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Skills

Design engineering

CAD software proficiency

Electrical safety compliance

Strong commercial experience

Project support

Education

HNC/HND in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SEE Electrical

ETAP

Job description

Are you a detail-oriented Design Engineer with a passion for translating complex technical requirements into precise electrical and mechanical solutions? A leading maritime systems integrator is seeking a System Design Engineer to join its growing engineering team, supporting high-profile projects across global defence and commercial markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop electrical and mechanical design concepts from first principles.
• Produce 2D and 3D drawings to recognised standards (ISO / BS8888).
• Generate STEP files and drawing packages for internal use and client delivery.
• Create accurate system designs for control panels, 19” racks, and enclosures.
• Use CAD software to design compliant, manufacturable, and reliable systems.
• Support projects from initial design through to completion, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Assist with Visio diagrams and documentation for internal and client-facing use.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering, project, and production teams.

What we are looking for:

• HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering.
• Strong commercial experience in a design engineering environment.
• Strong working knowledge of BS7671 (18th Edition), Electricity at Work Act, and EU electrical safety directives.
• Familiarity with EMC and LVD compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in recognised CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SEE Electrical, ETAP).
• Knowledge of manufacturing techniques, material properties, and design-for-manufacture.
• Experience producing high-quality drawings and STEP files to ISO standards.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and self-directing tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Eligible for or currently holding UK Security Clearance (SC).

What we offer

• Competitive base salary.
• Annual performance-based bonus.
• Pension scheme with up to 7.5% matching contributions.
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Access to an onsite gym.
• Free parking facilities.

Bluestream People are an Equal Opportunities Employer and operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an as an Employment Business for temporary / contract recruitment.