Electrical Design Engineer
- Field: Military/Government
- Deadline: 2026-03-27 03:03
- Dorset
Permanent | Full‑Time | Hybrid Working Available
We are supporting an established engineering organisation with a long heritage in delivering high‑reliability, safety‑critical products for demanding environments. Due to continued growth and a major design‑to‑manufacture programme, they are now seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to strengthen their engineering capability.
This is a hands‑on design role offering exposure to end‑to‑end product development, from concept through to manufacture and test, within a fast‑paced and collaborative engineering environment.
The Role
As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, development, and delivery of electrical systems across a range of ruggedised and mission‑critical products. You will work closely with mechanical engineers, project managers, supply chain, and test teams to ensure designs are delivered on time, to specification, and ready for manufacture.
The engineering function is structured around product‑aligned business units, meaning you may support different product areas depending on programme demand and priorities - offering varied and technically interesting work.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop electrical systems in line with customer requirements, legislation, and internal design control procedures
Deliver designs that meet quality, cost, and programme objectives
Produce and review technical documentation to support design, manufacture, verification, and compliance
Support design‑to‑manufacture programmes and transition designs into test and production
Provide technical guidance and support to other engineers where required
Contribute to design reviews and, at senior level, take responsibility for design sign‑off
Support new business activity by providing technical input and cost estimates
Identify and implement design and process improvements to improve efficiency, quality, and safety
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience
Strong background in electrical / electronic design within an engineering or manufacturing environment
Proven ability to take designs from concept through to manufacture
Experience working to structured design and quality processes
Comfortable working under programme pressure and fixed delivery deadlines
Ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and with non‑engineering stakeholders
Desirable Experience
Experience in manufacturing, maritime, naval, or ruggedised equipment environments
Exposure to regulated or safety‑critical industries
Professional registration (IEng or working towards)
Qualifications
Engineering Degree
or
HNC / HND with relevant industry experience
Working Pattern & Environment
37 hours per week
Monday-Thursday: 8 hours
Friday: 5 hours
Hybrid working available (typically 3 days on‑site, 2 remote)
Occasional travel to other sites may be required
Security & Eligibility
BPSS clearance required
Ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC)
Dual nationals considered
Role subject to ITAR compliance checks
Why Apply?
Work on technically challenging, real‑world engineering products
Strong emphasis on design quality and engineering best practice
Opportunity to work across multiple product lines and disciplines
Supportive engineering culture with clear development pathways
Hybrid working and a balanced weekly scheduleIf you're an Electrical Design Engineer who enjoys hands‑on design, variety, and seeing products through to manufacture, this is a strong opportunity to join a growing engineering team with long‑term programmes in place
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