Electrical Design Engineer

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3 days ago
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Responsible for producing electrical installation models and detail drawings. Using various software packages for new product and platform designs that meet company, regulatory and customer requirements.

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

-3D harness design, electrical schematics and block diagrams.
-Responsible for the design and integration of electrical systems within aircraft seats to comply with company, regulatory and customer requirements.
-Generating 2D/3D electrical installation and systems designs using CATIA V5 and PLM software.
-Participate in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process.
-Design engineers will be expected to communicate effectively and professionally with customers, suppliers & OEM's.
-Ensure the successful integration of each design element within the product as a whole.
-Participate in the validation of the product (using such methods as prototyping, test, etc).
-Follow and contribute to the development of the Best Practice guidelines.
-From time to time, Design engineers must be prepared to undertake tasks outside of their normal duties as requested by their immediate supervisors.

As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:

  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
  • Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%.
  • Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.
  • Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme.
  • 4 x Life Assurance.
  • Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection.
  • Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme.
  • Annual share save schemes.
  • Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
  • Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools.
  • Get involved in our corporate social responsibility activities from sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges nurturing the next generation of talent.

    Please apply and submit your CV today!
    Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages.

    We want Safran Seats to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks.

    We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible and inclusive. As part of our commitment with Disability Confident Employers, we may offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. We strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Let us know if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application.

    Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications:
  • Ideally qualified to a minimum of a degree in an Electrical Engineering field.
    Alternatively, a HNC / HND or an equivalent qualification as part of an Electrical Apprenticeship with demonstrated post qualification experience gained within a technical role.
  • Experience using 3D CAD & AutoCAD electrical software packages or equivalent.
  • The applicant should have an understanding of the effective application of tolerances and a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, as well as OEM installation requirements.
  • Ability to read design drawings and specifications.

    Competencies, Behaviours and Skills:
  • Good communicator liaising with customers/airframers/suppliers and
    integrated programme team on a daily basis

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