V05319 - Senior Electrical Design Engineer

BAE Systems; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to shape the design and integration of advanced electrical systems within airframe engineering. You will join a multidisciplinary team delivering safe, cost-effective designs across the product lifecycle.

The role requires hands-on CATIA V5 Electrical 3D/2D work, collaboration with suppliers and customers, and mentoring junior engineers. This is a 12-month contract with hybrid working (2–3 days onsite) at Samlesbury, UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in airframe or equivalent electrical design roles.
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 Electrical and familiarity with PLM systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, integrated team.
• Experience collaborating with external suppliers and partners.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle governance and safety considerations.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed electrical design solutions that meet complex functional and safety requirements.
• Use CATIA V5 Electrical 3D & 2D toolsets to design and install electrical equipment and harness routing.
• Collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines, suppliers, and customers in a team-oriented environment.
• Verify and release design data to project standards while maintaining quality, cost, and schedule.
• Identify and manage technical risks, propose solutions, and support design modifications.
• Mentor and support other design team members to enhance engineering capability.

Skills

Airframe electrical design

CATIA V5

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Supplier collaboration

Safety and lifecycle governance

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer Contract:12 Months Based: Samlesbury Hourly Rate: £35.00 PAYE or £47.12 Umbrella inside IR35 Hybrid - 2 / 3 days onsite per week 37 Hours per week

Overview

BAE Systems are recruiting a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to play a key role in shaping the design and integration of advanced electrical systems within airframe engineering. You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, safe, and cost-effective designs across the full product lifecycle.

Skills

• Experience in airframe or equivalent electrical design roles.
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 (or equivalent CAD tool) and familiarity with PLM systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, integrated team.
• Experience collaborating with external suppliers and partners.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle governance and safety considerations.

The Job

Produce detailed electrical design solutions that meet complex functional and safety requirements. Use CATIA V5 Electrical 3D & 2D toolsets to design and install electrical equipment and harness routing. Collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines, suppliers, and customers in a team-oriented environment. Verify and release design data to project standards while maintaining quality, cost, and schedule. Identify and manage technical risks, propose solutions, and support design modifications. Mentor and support other design team members to enhance engineering capability.

Please note FULL SC clearance is required for this role.

About BAE

BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They're experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors.

Inclusion statement

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