16 electrical design engineer jobs found

Electrical Design Engineer Initial 12 Month Contract 2-3 days per week on site Samlesbury, Lancashire £47.12 Per Hour (Umbrella Rate - Inside IR35) The Role * Working closely with other engineering disciplines and functions, supplier and customer areas, fostering a team-working and collaborative product development environment. * Producing and issuing Airframe engineering design data to meet project requirements, in line with design standards, whilst maintaining quality, cost and schedule adherence. * Identifying project technical risks and opportunities, and where appropriate propose mitigation plans. * Evaluating and resolving design queries, and supporting the generation of resulting modifications and changes. * Supporting the definition and resource planning of design workload delivery. The Candidate * Proficiency in a CAD system, typically CATIA V5 or equivalent toolset, with experience in a PLM system. * Experience of working in a multidisciplinary integrated product...

Contract Details & Working Arrangement * Rate: £440 per day * Inside IR35 * 6-month contract with potential for extension * Hybrid working: 3 days on site and 2 days remote per week * Tuesday and Wednesday are mandatory on-site days (Third on-site day is flexible) * No travel required About the job Vickerstock are proud to be working in partnership with a leading global energy and grid solutions provider to recruit a Lead Electrical Protection Engineer on a contract basis. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to complex grid automation and substation protection projects, with responsibility spanning design, testing, and commissioning. The Role As Lead Electrical Protection Engineer, you will take technical ownership of protection system design and delivery, acting as the key technical interface between customers and the wider engineering community. Reporting directly to the Engineering Team Leader, you will lead engineering activities from initial design...

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Building Services Engineer on an initial 12 -month contract. As the Building Services you will be overseeing and inspecting building services installations (Mechanical, Electrical, and Fabric) on our projects to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and design specifications. Role: Building Services Engineer Pay: Up to £40 per hour Via Umbrella Location: Portsmouth or Stevenage Contract: Monday - Friday 37 hours per week, 12 months IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: Must be able to achieve Security Clearance, UK eyes only project Responsibilities Site Inspection & Quality Assurance: Conduct regular, thorough site inspections of all building services and building installations (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire systems, controls, structure etc.) to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, statutory regulations (e.g., Building Regulations, Health & Safety), and industry best...

6‑Month Contract | Onsite - Edinburgh | Inside IR35 Overview A fast‑growing engineering tech organisation is seeking a Senior Firmware/FPGA Engineer to design and verify advanced FPGA sub‑systems. This is a hands‑on, multidisciplinary role working onsite in a modern R&D environment. Responsibilities Design FPGA architectures, IP cores, and full SoC RTL (VHDL/Verilog) Build verification testbenches and ensure strong coverage Work with high‑speed SERDES (up to 28G/56G) and multi‑frequency clocking Use Intel/AMD toolchains for synthesis and timing Collaborate across hardware/embedded teams using Git/SVNRequired Skills Degree in Electronic/Electrical/Computer Engineering or similar Strong FPGA design experience (VHDL/Verilog) Intel or Xilinx design tool experience High‑speed digital design + SERDES exposure Ability to meet tight delivery timelines Eligible for UK National Security VettingNice to Have Embedded software for FPGA‑based systems Telecoms/datacoms hardware...

Role: Resident Electrical Engineer Location: Devonport, Plymouth Duration: 12 months Inside IR35: Umbrella The purpose: Ensure the delivery of site Quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the installation and commissioning process through construction works in the submarine refit complex. Primary focus will be Electrical activity. You will be accountable to the Lead Construction Manager for day to day planning matters. You will assist the construction and Project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues/ Technical Queries during construction in line with contract timescales. You will ensure the contractor adheres to the Scope of works and Change requests. You will undertake and record inspections to ensure adherence to scope and integrated test plans. The post operates as part of the Major Infrastructure Projects Business Unit. Roles& responsibilities: Ensure the...

Electronics Engineer 12 month contract Based in Ampthill Offering circa £63ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience in Electronics Hardware Design? Do you have experience in Digital and Analogue Electronics Design? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Electronics Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. Due to the nature of the work you will be involved in, you will be required to obtain UK SC clearance in this role. You will be involved in: Take responsibility for the design, development, and support of mixed electrical/electronic solutions from concept to completion Provide guidance and governance to the team in the integration of the...

Role: NPI Test Equipment Hardware Engineer Location: Cheltenham (3 day on-site. 2 remote) Duration: 12 months Rate: up to £75/hour (Umbrella only) Inside IR35 Job Description Summary As an NPI TE Hardware Engineer, you will be responsible for leading, specifying, designing & developing, Test Equipment solutions for power distribution and control programmes. You will work as part of an integrated product team to develop and implement TE Hardware for Qualification & deliver test solutions for the latest power distribution controls products. You will take an innovative approach to problem-solving, demonstrate good people leadership skills, independence, sound technical judgment and be able identify and breakdown complex problems and formulate solutions. Roles and Responsibilities Responsible for the full Test Systems life cycle - from initial requirements through to formal release and support Develop and implement TE Hardware for Qualification Execute the...

Battery Engineer - (phone number removed) - £27.30/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking company as a Battery Engineer, where you will have the chance to work on cutting-edge projects and contribute to the future of automotive innovation. With a focus on system design and validation of battery packs, this role offers a dynamic environment that challenges and inspires, allowing you to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in the field of powertrain technology. What You Will Do: • Evaluate battery structure designs and conduct daily battery tests, including charging and discharging capacity, cycle life, and failure analysis. • Design and optimise battery pack thermal management schemes, including thermal simulations and testing. • Model battery efficiency and service life to ensure optimal performance. • Manage projects and processes independently, demonstrating...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon is searching for Battery Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a 12-month contract position with a typical work pattern of 07:00-15:30. Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour The Opportunity: Accountable for system design and validation of battery packs including modules, upper and lower shells, high and low voltage harness, battery disconnect unit (BDU) and heating/cooling schemes (including the design of water-cooled pipeline structure) to meet the requirements of environmental adaptability of the vehicle. Evaluates battery structure design and daily battery tests such as charging and discharging capacity, battery cycle life, and battery failure analysis. Designs and optimizes battery pack thermal management scheme, completes thermal simulation and thermal testing work with theoretical calculation. Models battery efficiency and service life. Responsibilities typically include: Managing projects / processes, working independently with...

Nuclear Project Engineer Location: Dungeness Contract: 2-Year Contract Working Pattern: Onsite, 4-Day Working Week Salary / Rate: Inside IR35 - £51 per hour to umbrella Security Clearance: BPSS Required We are recruiting for an experienced Nuclear Project Engineer to join a major project based in Dungeness on a 2-year contract. This role requires proven experience within the nuclear sector, working in a disciplined engineering environment on industrial plant. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering engineering solutions within a highly regulated environment, supporting projects from concept through to commissioning and handover. The Role As Nuclear Project Engineer, you will be responsible for identifying project requirements, developing engineering solutions, and ensuring technical delivery aligns with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. You will contribute to the full project lifecycle, including design development, safety case input,...

Principal CE&I Protection Engineer - Hybrid (Sellafield Project) Location: Warrington - 1 day per week on-site, 4 days WFH (with occasional site visits) £56-61/hour Inside IR35 Project: Sellafield Electrical Distribution Network Upgrade - Infrastructure Strategic Alliance The Opportunity: Join the CE&I design team delivering power systems and protection engineering for a high-profile Sellafield project. You'll play a key role in shaping the Electrical Distribution Network Upgrade through cutting-edge modelling, fault analysis, and protection system design. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain the project's working ETAP model Produce and review fault calculations Support protection and control system design for 11kV & 400V networks Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality designs Essential Experience: Strong knowledge of BS EN 60909 Fault Calculations Skilled in power distribution modelling software Hands-on experience with...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 2x Missile Test Architect subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract.    Rate: £60.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bolton (depending on your preference)   Hybrid / Remote working: This role is a hybrid role, 1-2 days a week possibly in lab up to 3 in first weeks Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Missile Test Architect Job Description: The department are looking for experienced test equipment engineers that want to use their knowledge in a system/sub system management role. The role includes determining the project test equipment needs, managing the requirements for test equipment and managing the development through delivery and into service. In this role, you will be responsible for the projects test equipment and...

OLG Recruitment are recruiting for an Electrical Commissioning Engineer to work for a major client based in Immingham. This is a temporary contract role, working 40 hours per week, with an approximate duration of 12 months. This role will be inside of IR35. Basic Purpose: Ensures that all high-voltage (HV) and low-voltage (LV) electrical systems and equipment are installed, tested, and verified to meet design specifications, safety standards, and operational requirements. Primary purpose is to lead pre-commissioning (FAT) and commissioning (SAT) activities, troubleshoot issues, and confirm readiness for safe and reliable integration into existing infrastructure and unit startup. Primary Responsibilities: * Develop commissioning plans and lead the execution of FAT and SAT procedures for HV and LV equipment and distribution systems. * Provide technical support for project electrical Supervisors and Technicians. * Coordinate and lead activities between Electrical resources...

OLG Recruitment are recruiting for a CE&I Responsible Engineer to work for a client based in Warrington. This is a full time contract position, for approximately 18 months. 3 Days in office, 2 days from home. This is role is Inside IR35. Basic Purpose: To lead a team of CE&I Engineers in the definition, implementation and delivery of specified functional work that achieves the safety, functional and business needs. Essential: * Academic Qualification: HNC * Professional Qualification: Incorporated Engineer * Experience: * Minimum 5 years successfully delivering a CE&I RE role on external multidiscipline projects, from concept design through to handover, with a working knowledge of the external Engineering Standards governing the following CE&I works: * Electrical Supply Infrastructure: LV drag chain, Lighting, Earthing, Fire Alarm, CCTV, etc * Programmable Electronic Systems: Lifecycle, MIS, SCADA & PLC systems * Cyber Security *...

World Class Defence Organisation based in is currently looking to recruit an Interconnects Design Engineer / Cable Harness Design Engineer.   The role does require Zuken E3 experience.      Rate: £60.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage, Bolton or Bristol – depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a mix of onsite and remote working Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Interconnects Cable / Harness Design Engineer Job Description:   The role will be working within the Interconnects Team in Electronic Engineering (EE). EE aims to develop leading edge electronic engineering expertise, capabilities and technologies. The Interconnects Team forms a valuable part of this, tasked with providing a professional design...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Technical Author subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  The role will be predominately working remotely from home.   Rate: £43.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be 2 or 4 days per month in the office and the rest remote.  (some flexibility on this may be needed). Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: 2 Stage interview process. Initial Virtual or onsite – 2hrs. Author Test & meet the team - onsite for successful candidates.   Technical Author Job Description: To write technical documentation in Standard Generalised Mark-up Language (SGML), Extensible Mark-up Language (XML) and traditional formats for the Company's products in accordance with...