Electrical Engineer – Telford / Hybrid
Salary: £40,000–£50,000 per year
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week)
Industry: Defence / Vehicle Systems
Location: Telford, Shropshire

Overview

An experienced Electrical Engineer is required to join a busy engineering team involved in the design and integration of systems and equipment at both system and sub-system levels. This is a diverse role offering exposure to a range of vehicle platforms and technologies.

The position requires close collaboration with internal engineering teams and external suppliers, demanding strong communication, systems engineering expertise, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce drawings, design specifications, reports, and other technical outputs that meet contractual and cost-effective design requirements.

• Assist in the validation and testing of systems and equipment, including the creation of test schedules and integration plans.

• Support the development of technical inputs for customer submissions and project estimates.

• Liaise with suppliers to ensure compliance with technical and quality standards.

• Stay informed on technical developments and apply this knowledge to ongoing projects.

• Plan and schedule own work to meet project timelines and budgets.

• Perform self-verification and peer reviews to ensure design quality and completeness.

• Ensure designs meet criteria for:

  • Safety
  • Design for manufacture and cost
  • EMC, reliability, and maintainability

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or HND (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience using 3D CAD software (ideally CREO or NX).
• Understanding of drawing standards (e.g. BS8888) and geometric tolerancing.
• Experience in designing components and systems for both new and existing products.
• Innovative and adaptable approach to problem-solving.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project).
• Knowledge of Def Stan 61-5 Part 6 and Def Stan 59-411 is desirable.
• Experience using E3 electrical design software is advantageous.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Bonus incentive scheme.
• 37-hour week over 4.5 days.
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Life assurance and private healthcare.
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with holiday purchase scheme.
• Health cash plan, gym discounts, and cashback options.
• Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes.
• Free parking and on-site gym access.
• Long service rewards and enhanced maternity/paternity benefits.

Additional Information

This role may be subject to security and export control restrictions. Eligibility to work on certain projects may depend on nationality or previous citizenship status.
The employer is an equal opportunities organisation, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.