Electrical Systems Engineer

PE Global is currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Systems Engineer to join our engineering client based in Peterborough. The role is an initial 12-month contract and the rate for this role is £31.50 p/hour PAYE or £42.75 p/hour Umbrella.

• Support the development of electrical system requirements and technical specifications.
• Contribute to electrical architecture development and system integration activities.
• Support component selection and technical evaluation of electrical subsystems.
• Develop validation plans, test procedures and acceptance criteria.
• Validate complete machine electrical systems, including HV and LV architectures, controls integration and power distribution systems.
• Perform hands‑on commissioning, troubleshooting, fault finding and debugging activities.
• Use CAN‑based diagnostic tools to investigate electrical and system issues.
• Support machine build activities and resolve electrical integration issues.
• Review electrical safety, compliance and relevant engineering standards.
• Work closely with controls, software, mechanical and validation engineers throughout the development cycle.
• Document technical decisions, test results and engineering recommendations.

• Experience developing and integrating electrical systems from requirements and component selection through to validation and issue resolution.
• Hands‑on experience working safely with both LV and HV electrical systems.
• Experience with commissioning, debugging and fault finding using CAN tools.
• Strong understanding of electrical system architecture and integration principles.
• Knowledge of engineering standards, electrical safety requirements and compliance processes.
• Experience with in automotive, off‑highway, heavy‑duty equipment, industrial, aerospace, rail or similar industries.
• Experience defining requirements and supporting technical decision‑making.
• Experience with root‑cause investigation and technical problem solving.
• Familiarity with CAN‑based systems, controls integration and machine communications.
• Experience using measurement, diagnostic or data acquisition equipment.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• A relevant engineering degree or qualification is desirable.

• Location: Peterborough
• Contract: Initial 12 months, with potential to extend
• Working hours: 37 hours per week
• Working pattern: Fully onsite, 5 days per week
• Travel: Approximately 25% may be required
• Team: Approximately 10 people, including permanent employees and agency contractors
• Interview: Approximately 1 hour, with a technical and STAR‑based format; potentially F2F with a follow‑up F2F

Please note PE Global cannot provide visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates will need the full right to live and work within the UK for at least the next 6 months.