Lead Electrical Engineer – Rotating Electrical Machines

Job Description

Summary:

This is an opportunity to work as part of a cross‑functional team to deliver product designs that meet customer and project requirements in close conjunction with CAD and Mechanical Engineers and collaborate with Customers and Project Management, Sourcing and Procurement, Manufacturing and Quality teams.

• Lead electrical machine design – specify, design, and engineer large rotating electrical machines; interpret and resolve contractual and technical requirements in a timely, quality‑focused manner; and create and submit design documentation to communicate and record design progress.
• Drive electromagnetic analysis and simulation – lead detailed analytical and finite element analysis (FEA) programmes using ANSYS/Workbench to assess electromagnetic performance and machine behaviour across a range of operating conditions.
• Improve machine performance – lead design model and prototype test programmes to characterise and improve noise and vibration behaviour; investigate new materials and manufacturing methods to enhance machine competitiveness.
• Collaborate with customers and cross‑functional teams – work closely with customers, third parties, CAD engineers, mechanical engineers, project management, sourcing, procurement, manufacturing, and quality teams to understand requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.
• Contribute to engineering excellence – apply and develop knowledge of relevant industry standards and engineering design processes; identify opportunities to advance engineering tools, methods, and practices across the team.

• Required
• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a focus on electrical machine design.
• Significant experience in rotating electrical machines engineering, including electromagnetic design, analysis, and development.
• Proven expertise in 2D and/or 3D finite element analysis (FEA) for electromagnetic designs, using tools such as ANSYS/Workbench.
• Strong working knowledge of rotating electrical machines – their engineering challenges, performance characteristics, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards including BS EN, IEC 60034, and IEEE 115.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly in line with project and business requirements.
• Legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom (visa sponsorship availability will be assessed based on business and legal requirements).
• Preferred
• Sole British Nationality and current or previous Security Check (SC) clearance (certain project activities may require this).
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) or enterprise resource planning (ERP) software such as Teamcenter or SAP.
• Experience in scheduling, planning, and programme management in an engineering environment.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills with a track record of delivering results in cross‑functional team environments.

Some aspects of this role may involve access to information or facilities requiring UK government Security Check (SC) clearance. Candidates who hold or have previously held SC clearance, or who are eligible to obtain it, are encouraged to apply. SC clearance requires sole British Nationality. If you are unsure whether this applies to your situation, please speak with the recruiter.

• Relocation assistance provided.
• Potential for growth and leadership opportunities within a global energy technology company.