Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer
Location: Dorset Innovation Park, Winfrith
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time, Hybrid work
Do you have the expertise to deliver safe, compliant, and innovative electrical designs for complex maritime systems?
We're looking for a
Senior Electrical Engineer
to join a forward-thinking engineering team at the forefront of naval systems development. This role offers a unique opportunity to design electrical systems from concept through to commissioning, supporting key defence programmes and contributing to a growing portfolio of mission-critical technology.
You'll be joining a team responsible for designing and delivering robust electrical systems in high-performance platforms, working across the full product lifecycle. This role is instrumental in maintaining quality, safety, and compliance, while delivering solutions that align with both customer and business needs.
What you'll be doing
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll lead the design, documentation, and compliance assessment of electrical systems used in naval platforms. You'll contribute to technical reviews, collaborate across teams, and support product validation during integration, trials, and commissioning phases.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
* Designing safe and compliant electrical systems using modern CAD tools (EPLAN preferred)
* Producing specifications, drawings, calculations, and CE compliance documentation
* Applying relevant EMC, safety, and design assurance standards to all outputs
* Supporting installation, integration, and sea trials on surface and sub-surface vessels
* Maintaining clear and accurate design data packs for traceability and repeatability
* Investigating and resolving technical challenges with internal teams and suppliers
* Mentoring junior engineers and sharing best practice within the department
* Managing design phases against agreed time, cost, and resource budgets
* Supporting Test & Acceptance and Production teams with technical input
What we're looking for
We are looking for an adaptable, skilled engineer with a strong foundation in electrical design and a collaborative approach to problem solving.
The ideal candidate will have:
* Qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (BTEC, HNC/HND, or Degree level)
* Proficiency in electrical CAD tools (EPLAN experience desirable)
* Strong understanding of electrical safety, EMC compliance, and CE marking standards
* Ability to produce and manage design documentation across the full lifecycle
* Familiarity with defence/marine electrical drawing standards
* Confident communicator with excellent teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills
* Experience supporting installations and trials in real-world environments
Why TKMS ATLAS UK?
With a reputation for providing innovative underwater systems for the Royal Navy (RN) and export customers, TKMS ATLAS UK operates from our Headquarters on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset. Through science, engineering and R&D we convert data into information, knowledge and capabilities that challenge the status quo, and offer winning advantage at the frontline.
Our people are at the heart of our success. An open and stimulating workspace empowers and encourages our people to be creative and act with integrity. Despite our continued growth, TKMS ATLAS UK prides itself on retaining a friendly and welcoming culture.
We offer:
* Competitive salary
* Career development and training opportunities
* Pension with up to 1.5x employer contributions
* 25 days holiday
, increasing to 28 days after 5 years and 30 after 10
* Private Medical Insurance
, Dental Cover, and Employee Assistance Programme
* Company Performance Bonus Scheme
* Flexible working patterns
* full-time, Hybrid work
The continuous investment in our unique in-house test and integration facilities has supported our growth in supplying UK and global markets with submarine and ship systems. These include sonar, autonomous systems, marine electric actuation, and mine counter-measures. Our Portland Harbour waterside facilities provide an excellent environment to test systems at sea. As a leading innovative maritime systems company, TKMS ATLAS UK operates throughout all phases of the acquisition and engineering lifecycles, from concept to in-service support.
At TKMS ATLAS UK, we support our staff in achieving a positive work-life balance and encourage applications from individuals seeking part-time or condensed hours in addition to full-time opportunities.