Electrical Engineer
The Role Holder will apply depth and breadth of design expertise and knowledge to generate electrical design solutions for both new products and technology insertions into legacy products. They are capable of generating detailed designs from concept to completion and addressing a range of complex engineering issues. Typically they act as an engineering, technical, or design authority for a Line Replacement Unit or sub‑system.
Responsibilities
* Design AC & DC distribution systems including sizing, protection, control and specification of power supplies and converters.
* Motor drives, control and positioning systems.
* Data links, data protocols, networks, EMC management and verification.
* Specification of bespoke procured hardware.
* Design verification using simulation, analysis and test techniques including support to EMC test houses and customer installations.
* Integration activities in a complex equipment environment.
* Generate design documentation and technical reports; vet documentation generated by others.
* Interface with related disciplines including systems engineering, mechanical/thermal engineering, Integrated Logistics Support, Safety, Product Data Management and manufacturing areas.
* Adhere to Engineering Lifecycle and conduct progress, peer and design reviews.
* Contribute to bids, proposals and estimates.
* Provide technical leadership and guidance on electrical matters.
* Develop, promote and share new technologies for implementation across businesses and programmes.
* Coach and mentor others in the electrical function.
* May lead a team of engineers including line management responsibility.
Qualifications
* Substantial experience generating component level designs for introduction into volume production.
* Previous experience operating in a defence or high safety integrity environment.
* Familiarity with IET 17th Edition Wiring Regulations, the Low Voltage Directive, European Electrical Safety Standards and EMC qualification to DEF STAN 59-411.
* Substantial experience of design proving, integration and defect resolution.
* Substantial experience gathering evidence to support acceptance, fitness for purpose, legislative requirements and safety.
* A rigorous approach to the safety aspects associated with high power/high voltage equipment.
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