Electrical Engineer – Rheinmetall
RBSL is looking for experienced Electrical Engineers to join our busy team. You must hold a valid UK Security Clearance or be able to attain it.
As an Electrical Engineer, you will be involved in the design and integration of equipment at the system and sub-system levels, working across a variety of vehicles and systems.
This demanding role requires close liaison between engineering teams, the Vetronics Team Leader, and suppliers. Significant drive, energy, strong systems engineering skills, and the ability to deliver a diverse programme to demanding time, target cost & quality requirements are essential.
The candidate must be a team player who is prepared to work with a multi-site engineering team within RBSL and the customer community, across geographical and cultural divides.
Position Duties and Responsibilities
* Produce drawings, schemes, design specifications, technical plans, reports and any other technical outputs that meet contractual requirements and support cost‑effective design.
* Assist in the validation of systems/equipment, including generation of test schedules, test & integration plans and preparation of technical reports.
* Provide support for engineering input to customer submissions, including assistance with task estimates.
* Liaise with suppliers to ensure compliance with technical requirements and quality standards.
* Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of technical/engineering developments and apply it to projects.
* Schedule own work to meet target timescales and budget demands.
* Perform self‑verification of own tasks to ensure completeness and quality of information.
* Undertake cross‑checking of peers’ and subordinates’ work to ensure completeness and quality of information.
* Ensure engineering designs address Safety, Design for Manufacture, Design to Target Cost, Design for EMC / Reliability / Maintainability.
Qualifications
* Degree/HND or equivalent qualification or experience in Electrical Engineering.
* Experience using 3D software (ideally CREO or NX).
* Working knowledge of drawing standards (e.g., BS 8888) and application of geometric tolerances.
* Design of components and systems for new products and ongoing product development.
* Ability to adopt innovative approaches to technical solutions and processes.
* Flexible in approach to work ensuring delivery is achieved.
* Competency in Microsoft products (Excel, Word, Project).
* Good problem‑solving skills.
* Desirable: understanding of Def Stan 61‑5 Part 6 (Nominal 12 V and 24 V DC Electrical Systems in Military Platforms) and Def Stan 59‑411 (Electromagnetic Compatibility).
* Desirable: experience with the E3 electrical design package.
What We Offer
* Competitive salaries reviewed annually against market rates.
* Annual bonus incentive scheme.
* 37 hours over a 4.5‑day working week.
* Employer pension contributions up to 10 %.
* Hybrid and flexible working.
* Life assurance cover.
* 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays.
* Holiday purchase scheme.
* Health cash plan.
* Salary sacrifice benefits, including cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes.
* High‑street and gym discounts and cashback.
* Long‑service rewards with additional holiday.
* Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.
* Private health care.
* Free access to onsite gym.
* Car allowances for eligible employees.
* Free car parking.
Contact Information
Contact Person: Simon Fletcher
Seniority Level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
* Full‑time
Job Function
* Engineering and Information Technology
* Defense and Space Manufacturing
Location: Telford, England, United Kingdom
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