Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Gold Group
Rugeley, United Kingdom
Today
Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Senior
Security Clearance
Required
Posted
10 Jul 2026 (Today)

Job Title:Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Location:Rugeley
Salary:£DOE

Due to continued growth, we are looking to appoint a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join our client based in Rugeley, with flexible hybrid working available.

In this role, you will play a key part in designing and developing electrical systems for cutting-edge defence programmes, working alongside multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions from concept through to implementation.

What you will be doing:

  • Designing and developing detailed electrical schematics and system designs
  • Producing and capturing electrical requirements and technical documentation
  • Selecting cables, protection devices and electrical components
  • Reviewing and approving electrical designs to ensure compliance with industry standards
  • Analysing and optimising electrical systems for performance, safety and reliability
  • Supporting engineering projects throughout the full design lifecycle
  • Collaborating with engineering, project and wider technical teams
  • Participating in technical reviews, customer meetings and design discussions

What we are looking for:

  • HNC (or above) in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
  • Experience designing electrical systems and producing electrical schematics
  • Knowledge of electrical standards and best engineering practice
  • Experience specifying electrical components and reviewing designs
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work within multidisciplinary teams
  • A proactive, adaptable approach with excellent problem-solving skills

Desirable:

  • Experience using Zuken E3
  • Knowledge of electronic systems
  • Previous experience within defence, maritime, aerospace or other highly regulated engineering environments

If you are an experienced Electrical Design Engineer looking to work on projects that make a real impact, please reach out for further details.

***PLEASE NOTE***

Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy

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