Electrical Design Engineer

If you’re an Electrical Design Engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and working on advanced technology, this is a role where you’ll be hands-on with genuinely interesting systems and projects.  This is a well-established engineering business delivering complex systems across advanced maritime and autonomous technologies. Known for tackling technically challenging projects, the organisation works across cutting-edge applications including underwater systems, control architectures, and high-integrity electrical platforms. The environment is collaborative, innovative, and focused on delivering robust engineering solutions.  As an Electrical Design Engineer, you’ll be responsible for the design and integration of complex electrical systems across a range of advanced engineering products. This is a technically varied role combining detailed design work with system-level thinking and cross-functional collaboration. You’ll contribute to electrical solutions from concept through to integration, ensuring designs are compliant, reliable, and fit for purpose. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Design and develop electrical systems for complex engineering products Define system architectures, power distribution, and control strategies Produce and review schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation Ensure compliance with CE/UKCA, EMC, and electrical safety standards Support integration, testing, and commissioning activities Collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems engineering teams Participate in design reviews and ensure technical accuracy Support junior engineers where required Work with suppliers and customers to resolve technical challengesWhat They’re Looking For Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or similar Strong background in electrical design, power distribution, and system integration Experience using electrical CAD tools Knowledge of CE/UKCA directives, EMC, and compliance standards Ability to design for manufacturability, testability, and reliability Experience with PLCs, motor control, automation, or maritime systems (desirable) Strong communication skills Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environmentWhat’s on Offer Permanent Electrical Design Engineer position Opportunity to work on advanced maritime and autonomous systems High level of technical exposure across varied projects Collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering environment Ongoing development and progression opportunitiesTo apply or learn more about this Electrical Design Engineer opportunity, contact Ian at Holt Engineering: Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed)