Principal Electrical Engineer

Our client BAE Systems, a prominent player in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This opportunity involves working on vital projects within the maritime services business unit. The role will be predominantly site-based at either Cowes, Great Baddow or Broad Oak in Portsmouth with hybrid arrangements allowing for 4 days on-site. You will be working within a high-security clearance environment, contributing to critical design and engineering activities over a period of 6 months.

Key Responsibilities:

Apply depth and breadth of design expertise to generate electrical design solutions for new products and technology integrations into legacy products.
Generate detailed designs from concept to completion, addressing a range of complex engineering issues.
Function as an engineering, technical, or design authority for Line Replacement Units or subsystems.

Core Duties:

Design AC & DC distribution systems including sizing, protection, control, and specifying power supplies and converters.
Work on motor drives, control, and positioning systems.
Manage data links, protocols, networks, and EMC verification.
Specify bespoke procured hardware.
Conduct design verification using simulation, analysis, and test techniques, including support to EMC test houses and customer installations.
Engage in integration activities within a complex equipment environment.
Generate design documentation and technical reports; vet documentation generated by others.
Interface with related disciplines like systems engineering, mechanical/thermal engineering, Integrated Logistics Support, Safety, and manufacturing.
Ensure adherence to the Engineering Lifecycle and conduct progress, peer, and design reviews.
Contribute to bids, proposals, and estimates; provide technical leadership and guidance on electrical matters.

Job Requirements:

Experience in generating component-level designs for volume production.
Previous experience in operating within a defence or high safety integrity environment.
Familiarity with the IET 17th Edition Wiring Regulations, Low Voltage Directive, European Electrical Safety Standards, and EMC qualification to DEF STAN 59-411.
Experience in design proving, integration, and defect resolution.
Rigorous approach to the safety aspects associated with high power/high voltage equipment.
Degree in Electrical Engineering or a strongly related subject.

Skills:

Proficient in technical specifications aligned to the functional area of activity.
Recognised within the team or project as a source of authoritative knowledge.
Experience acting as Design Authority, Technical Authority, or Engineering Authority.
Capable of performing analysis, evaluation, and resolution of complex engineering issues and specifications.

Safety Responsibilities:

Take reasonable care for your own health and safety.
Ensure high standards for safety, health, and environment (SHE) in the organisation.
Cooperate and follow all reasonable instructions, information, and training.
Report work-related hazards or incidents and use equipment for its intended purpose.
If you are an experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a challenging role within the defence sector, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dynamic team