Senior Electrical Design Engineer

SubSea Craft Limited; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing UK maritime technology company is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer. You will collaborate with mechanical and software engineers to integrate electrical systems, design power distribution, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of industry experience, with proficiency in CAD software. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £65,000 plus benefits, including annual leave and private healthcare.

Benefits

Annual Leave – 25 days plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare – comprehensive coverage

Professional Development – training programmes & LinkedIn Learning

Flexible Working – arrangements to promote work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years industry experience.
• Familiarity with industry standards related to electric vehicles.
• Proactive, strong commitment and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to integrate electrical systems.
• Design and layout electrical systems: power distribution, wiring harnesses.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD software for electrical design

Excellent problem-solving skills

Effective communication and teamwork abilities

Knowledge of EV architectures

Experience preparing detailed design specifications

Education

Degree in Electrical/Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

3D CAD systems

Job description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer – SubSea Craft Limited

Join SubSea Craft Limited, a fast‑growing UK maritime technology company specialising in high‑performance watercraft and systems.

Base Pay Range

• Salary: up to £65,000 DOE
• Full Time
• Permanent

What We Offer

• Annual Leave – 25 days plus bank holidays
• Wellbeing Day – an additional day each year to focus on health
• Private Healthcare – comprehensive coverage
• Life Assurance & Critical Illness Cover (4x salary)
• Family Leave – enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Christmas Leave – company shutdown
• Professional Development – training programmes & LinkedIn Learning
• Pension – scheme with salary sacrifice option
• Flexible Working – arrangements to promote work‑life balance
• Inclusive Culture – values diversity, innovation, collaboration

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with mechanical, software and systems engineers to integrate electrical systems.
• Design and layout electrical systems: power distribution, wiring harnesses, connectors, control modules, motor control, battery management and charging.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Develop prototypes for validation and testing.
• Conduct functional, performance and safety tests, diagnose and resolve issues.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and propose improvements.
• Create detailed documentation, schematics, wiring diagrams and technical reports.
• Communicate design concepts and findings to team members, management and stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Electrical/Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent with minimum 5 years industry experience.
• Proficiency in CAD software for electrical design (AutoCAD or similar).
• Experience with 3D CAD systems (advantageous but not critical).
• Experience with hazardous voltages (DC) and CAN Bus (advantageous but not critical).
• Experience with simulation and analysis tools for electrical systems.
• Knowledge of EV architectures, power electronics and battery management systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to electric vehicles.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Prior experience in electric vehicle design or automotive electronics (a plus).
• Experience preparing and submitting detailed design specifications for high‑value projects.
• Proactive, strong commitment and self‑motivation.
• Willingness to embrace innovation; lateral thinking encouraged.
• Test and commissioning experience.

Security & Eligibility

Position requires baseline personnel security standard (BPSS) and security check. Must have the right to live and work in the UK.

What We Expect From You

• Teamwork, mutual respect and collaboration.
• Initiative and independent working.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Business and commercial awareness.
• Agility, adaptability and continuous development.

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