Cable / Harness Design Engineer

In Cork; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense organization in Stevenage is seeking a Cable Harness Design Engineer to design and manage cable systems within advanced defense technology. The ideal candidate will have experience with Zuken E3 and a strong understanding of electrical systems. This role offers a competitive salary of circa £39,000, dependent on experience, as well as performance-based bonuses and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience using Zuken E3.
• Ability to design cables for harsh environmental requirements.
• Familiarity with engineering change tracking tools.

Responsibilities

• Determine required cables from engineering plans.
• Design cables and layouts using Zuken E3.
• Resolve technical cable problems.

Skills

Zuken E3

Electrical systems understanding

Cable design for harsh environments

Communication skills

PTC Creo Cabling

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Tools

Windchill

Zuken E3

Job description

Cable Harness Design Engineer – MBDA (Stevenage)

Showing 24 Cable Harness Design Engineer jobs in Stevenage

MBDA is a leading defence organisation dedicated to supporting the Armed Forces. The company partners with governments to defend freedom.

Salary: Circa £39000 depending on experience

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus of up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension of maximum contribution.

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Cable/Harness Design Engineer – Zuken E3 (6‑month contract, £60 per hour via umbrella)

MERITUS Talent is recruiting for a Cable/Harness Design Engineer for a leading aerospace and defence manufacturer. The role is based at the Stevenage office, 6‑month hybrid contract, starting with BPSS clearance and progressing to SC. Zuken E3 experience is essential.

Role Overview

• Look at engineering plans and determine required cables.
• Design cables and layouts using Zuken E3.
• Help other engineers use Zuken E3 and resolve issues.
• Resolve technical cable problems individually or as a team.
• Support other departments when cables fail during testing or manufacturing.

Skills & Experience

• 2–5 years of experience using Zuken E3.
• Understanding of electrical systems (current, signal, noise control, etc.).
• Ability to design cables to meet harsh environmental requirements.
• Familiarity with engineering change tracking tools such as Windchill.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Bonus: Experience with PTC Creo Cabling.

In short

Hands‑on technical design of physical wires and cables inside advanced defence technology.

Extrusion Setter – Polymer Extrusion, Polymer Sheathing & Cable Assembly (Hoddesdon)

Company: Electrical & data cable manufacturer (deep‑sea / hazardous‑area products).

Day shift hours: 07:00–17:30 (Mon–Fri).

Contract: Permanent.

Pay Bands

For candidates from factory/heavy machinery backgrounds who can be trained on cable extrusion.

Proven experience setting and running extrusion lines.

Role Snapshot

Set up/change over extrusion lines (tips/dies, temperature zones, line speed, haul‑off); monitor OD/concentricity and insulation/sheath quality; respond to gauges/spark testers; complete safety checks and records.

Ideal backgrounds

• Wire & cable extrusion, medical/small‑bore tubing, hose/profile extrusion.
• Familiarity with pay‑off/take‑up, preheaters, cooling troughs, capstans, and inline QA (e.g., Sikora/Zumbach).

Client: Well‑established forward‑thinking manufacturing organisation based in Borehamwood, Herts with an opportunity for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer.

Electrical Design Engineer – Borehamwood, Herts (Permanent)

The role involves progressing Electrical Engineering contracts from inception to installation with the HVAC industry. It is office/workshop based.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with Production team with progressing contracts from inception to delivery.
• Designing control circuits for boiler related equipment.
• Communicating with project team members and collaborating with suppliers and Group factories and Technical Departments.
• Compiling manuals.
• Use of AutoCAD, and P&IDs.
• Preparing & revising electrical and associated mechanical drawings including Circuit Diagrams and Panel Layout Drawings, and Site Wiring Diagrams.
• Ensuring accurate information is gathered and presented to Contracts Engineers to ensure equipment compliance with design data and contractual requirements.
• Preparing and updating Technical Service Department documents including standard manual sections.
• Assisting commissioning and service engineers in office and over telephone with onsite technical and electrical queries and troubleshooting.

Benefits: 9 am–5.30 pm Monday‑Thursday; 5 pm–4.30 pm Friday with an excellent benefits package.

Requirements

• Qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (HND or Degree level).
• Strong electrical design skills with experience across low‑voltage or circuit protection systems.
• Sound understanding of UK electrical standards and compliance requirements.
• Proficient in 2D/3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, or PTC Creo.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of ERP or MRP systems advantageous.
• Practical understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Proven ability to manage projects from concept through to production.

Salary: £30,000‑£40,000, dependent on skills and experience.

Annual company performance‑related bonus, ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.

Principal Electrical Design Engineer – Remote (Cambridge, Cambridgeshire)

Our client is searching for a highly experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer to lead the design and development of complex electrical systems and components. The role is fully remote but based at Cambridge.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualising and designing electrical circuits, specifying components, creating detailed drawings and documentation.
• Performing calculations for power, signal integrity, and thermal management.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams (mechanical, software, project managers).
• Providing technical leadership and mentorship, ensuring design quality and innovation.

Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience with EDA tools, simulation software, and PCB layout.
• Deep understanding of industry standards, regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in a lead design role.
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical mindset, and ability to work independently in a virtual team.
• Strong communication skills.

Salary and benefits not specified.

Lead Electrical Design Engineer – Cambridge (Remote)

Our client, a pioneering technology firm in Cambridge, is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Design Engineer. You will lead a team of talented engineers, guiding design, development and testing of complex electronics.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the electrical design and development of new products and systems.
• Managing and mentoring a team of electrical design engineers.
• Defining electrical architecture and specifications.
• Overseeing schematic capture and PCB layout design.
• Selecting appropriate electronic components and ensuring supply chain robustness.
• Designing and implementing power supply solutions and power management systems.
• Performing signal integrity analysis and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams (mechanical, software, firmware) on product development.
• Developing and executing hardware test plans and validation strategies.
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues during development and production.
• Staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Ensuring designs meet all relevant safety, regulatory, and performance standards.

Qualifications

• BEng/MEng in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of electrical hardware design experience, at least 2 years supervisory.
• Proven experience in designing complex analog and digital circuits.
• Proficiency with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence).
• Experience with microcontrollers, FPGAs, embedded systems.
• Knowledge of power electronics, power management ICs, battery technologies.
• Understanding of signal integrity, EMC/EMI principles.
• Experience with hardware testing, debugging, validation.
• Strong leadership, project management, communication skills.
• Familiarity with new product introduction (NPI).