Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Senior Electrical Design Engineer | South Norfolk | Automotive

This is a unique opportunity to join a highly innovative engineering business at the forefront of automotive technology, where you'll play a key role in developing cutting-edge electromechanical systems that support the future of vehicle development and performance engineering.

Working within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to complex projects, influence technical direction, and see your designs progress from concept through to commissioning at customer sites worldwide.

Core Responsibilities

Own the electrical design of complex electromechanical systems, including cabin, access systems and associated equipment.
Lead assigned electrical engineering projects and technical workstreams from concept through to delivery, ensuring solutions meet agreed requirements, quality standards and project timelines.
Develop testing procedures and provide technical guidance to support effective validation and commissioning activities.
Perform design testing, commissioning and validation activities.
Provide technical direction and support to engineers working on assigned activities, including sharing knowledge and supporting problem-solving.
Develop 2D block line diagrams using CAD.
Produce engineering drawings, specifications, BOM structures and part lists.
Work with purchasing on costings for parts.
Update existing 2D CAD designs and documentation.
Work closely with other departments within the business and with suppliers.
Coach and mentor engineers within EDES, sharing technical knowledge and supporting the development of engineering capability.
Support the Chief Designer and Technical Director with technical activities, design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives as required.
Travel worldwide to support build, testing, commissioning and servicing activities at customer sites.
What are we looking for?

Essential

Relevant engineering qualification or equivalent industry experience gained through a combination of education, apprenticeship, or practical engineering experience.
Minimum five years’ experience working in an engineering environment.
Experience delivering complex engineering projects or technical workstreams.
Experience providing technical guidance, coaching, or mentoring to other engineers.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite of products.
Desirable

AutoCAD experience
Knowledge of, or experience working within, the automotive or motorsport sectors.
Experience with automated, direct drive systems
Experience with high-voltage systems
Hands-on practical engineering experience, for example, manufacturing, assembly, vehicle maintenance, or similar.
Salary and Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Free on-site parking
Pension scheme
Private healthcare
Life assurance
Study support and clear career progression
Friendly, collaborative and supportive working environment
Opportunity to work on industry-leading automotive simulation technology with some of the world's most recognised automotive brands

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