Senior Systems Engineer
Location: Norfolk, UK
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you an experienced systems engineer with a passion for cutting-edge electrification technology? We're recruiting a Senior Systems Engineer to join an innovative engineering business developing high-performance electric powertrain solutions for integration into off-highway, on-road, and specialist vehicles and equipment.
This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking company leading the charge in sustainable vehicle transformation, focusing on electrifying traditional petrol/diesel platforms and delivering next-generation hybrid and full-electric systems.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Systems Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in defining, developing, and delivering complete electric drivetrain solutions for customer vehicles and equipment. You will:
Lead system-level integration of electric powertrain technologies including motors, controllers, and batteries.
Define and manage system requirements across multiple engineering disciplines.
Support project and programme management activities to ensure delivery on time, to cost, and to quality.
Coach and mentor junior systems engineers and foster technical excellence.
Liaise closely with suppliers, regulatory bodies, and internal teams to ensure compliance and performance targets are met.
Drive continuous improvement across engineering processes and tools.
Travel internationally as needed to support system development and customer integration.
Qualifications & Experience
To succeed as a Senior Systems Engineer, you should bring:
A degree (or higher) in a relevant Engineering discipline.
Chartered Engineer status (desirable but not essential).
Proven experience delivering complex vehicle systems to specification, budget, and deadline.
Expertise in system engineering tools and processes including requirements management and change control.
Solid understanding of CAN protocols, debugging, and electronic system integration.
Mechanical knowledge and awareness of safety/regulatory compliance within vehicle systems.
Previous experience working on electric or hybrid vehicles – especially in retrofit or conversion projects – is highly desirable.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent engineering projects.
Join Us
This is an exciting chance for a Senior Systems Engineer to make a real impact on the future of clean mobility. You’ll work with a dynamic and skilled team, contributing to the development of cutting-edge electrified solutions that are transforming how vehicles and equipment perform in challenging environments.
If you're ready to take the next step in your systems engineering career and help shape the future of electric vehicle technology, apply now for the role of Senior Systems Engineer