Electrical Systems Engineer

Electrical Systems Engineer – Cammell Laird Birkenhead

APCL Cammell Laird Shiprepairers & Shipbuilders Limited

Designed and supported Marine Electrical and Electronic Systems in a leading shipbuilding environment on the River Mersey. The role focuses on technical electrical support for Commercial and Ministry of Defence platforms, including RFA Cluster ships.

• Provide technical electrical support for commercial and MoD platforms.
• Produce and oversee electrical schematic system detailed installation guidance and drawing information for retrofits/upgrades and new build vessels.
• Prepare quotations for completion of specifications, designs and works.
• Perform and oversee analysis studies and develop reports, drawings, and specifications to reflect design results.
• Ensure compliance with HSE and QA policies and customer requirements.
• Engage with specialist sub‑contractors to manage quality of work.
• Manage an OEM supplier base and develop relationships with new suppliers.
• Flag risks to Technical Managers when timescales are at risk.

• Relevant Electrical / Electronic Engineering qualifications (BTEC HNC/HND or equivalent).
• Marine Engineering experience and operational knowledge of shipborne systems.
• Proactive, self‑starter with ability to engage a variety of stakeholders.
• Exceptional organisation and time‑management skills, flexible with a pragmatic approach.
• Understanding of Classification Society Rules (trainable on‑the‑job).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• AutoCAD proficiency desirable; training available.
• Commercial acumen to be further developed on the job.

• Opportunity to work on high‑profile, impactful projects.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment in a marine technology hub on Merseyside.

Due to the nature of our customers, some roles are subject to security control restrictions. Nationality, place of birth, and previous nationalities may limit suitable roles. All candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check, which includes a basic DBS check before employment starts.