Electrical Design Engineer

Job Summary

The purpose of this role is to be an Electrical Design Engineer with a thorough understanding of all aspects of electrical design, working within the aerospace industry.

Based in Cwmbran, South Wales, working as part of the Electrical Design Department. Responsible for producing electrical installation models and detail drawings using various software packages for new product and platform designs that meet company, regulatory and customer requirements.

• 3D harness design, electrical schematics and block diagrams.
• Responsible for the design and integration of electrical systems within aircraft seats to comply with company, regulatory and customer requirements.
• Generating 2D/3D electrical installation and systems designs using CATIA V5 and PLM software.
• Participate in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process.
• Design engineers will be expected to communicate effectively and professionally with customers, suppliers & OEM's.
• Ensure the successful integration of each design element within the product as a whole.
• Participate in the validation of the product (using such methods as prototyping, test, etc).
• Follow and contribute to the development of the Best Practice guidelines.
• From time to time, Design engineers must be prepared to undertake tasks outside of their normal duties as requested by their immediate supervisors.

• Ideally qualified to a minimum of a degree in an Electrical Engineering field.
• Alternatively, a HNC / HND or an equivalent qualification as part of an Electrical Apprenticeship with demonstrated post qualification experience gained within a technical role.
• Experience using 3D CAD & AutoCAD electrical software packages or equivalent.
• The applicant should have an understanding of the effective application of tolerances and a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, as well as OEM installation requirements.
• Ability to read design drawings and specifications.

• Good communicator liaising with customers/airframers/suppliers and integrated programme team on a daily basis.

We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible and inclusive. As part of our commitment with Disability Confident Employers, we may offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

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