Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Senior Electrical Design Engineer Location :
Dungannon, County Tyrone, N.Ireland Salary : £50k-£60k  10% bonus and benefits Overview :
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Design and develop electrical circuit schematics, harnesses and panel layouts to applicable internal and industry standards and legislative requirements Create technical documentation including design specifications, work instructions, parts list, list of critical parts and maintenance components. Conduct simulations and other engineering investigations to guide and verify designs and specify the electrical and electronic components for use in the vehicle system. Liaise with cross department teams to fully realise design boundaries helping to identify technical solutions to understand design and achieve “right first time” approach.

Develop electrical solutions by studying customer requirements, researching and testing components and determining overall system integration. Communicate requirements and work with PLC Software Engineers to develop control strategies for powertrain & driveline components and systems. Working on projects to expand the current product range and bring new products to the market. Assures product quality by designing electrical testing methods, testing finished products and system capabilities.

Understanding of safety critical systems and the application to electrical and electronic system design. Provide engineering support and technical answers in accordance with internal standards. Maintains product and company reputation by complying with regulations. Any other duties as required by the Line Manager to suit business needs. Adherence to ISO 9001 quality management system. Adherence to company health and safety procedures.

Skills and

Qualifications:

HND or equivalent in electronic/electrical engineering or relevant working engineering experience. A minimum of 5 years’ postgraduate work experience in a similar design role. Experience in schematics design utilising industry recognised design software such as AutoCAD, Solid Works or EPLAN.

Experience with electrified vehicle powertrain systems and off-road electrical systems design. Ability to read and create detailed electrical drawings. Detailed knowledge of current regulations and electrical design standards. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to work well independently and as part of a team. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Must have good technical drawing skills. Must have experience of drafting to electrical standards.