Join Our Team as an Electrical Design Engineer!

Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a variety of hybrid and flexible working arrangements—just ask your recruiter about the options available for this role!

Salary: Up to £42,000, depending on your skills and experience.

What You'll Be Doing:

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of maritime platforms. Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating Installation Design Solutions for new equipment integration, including Electrical/System Drawings, Cable Route Drawings, and Installation Instructions.
• Collaborating with the MoD Customer and industry partners to develop agreed Equipment Integration Requirements.
• Conducting Ship Surveys to support design integration and manage equipment configurations.
• Configuring and maintaining Ship Databases for Electrical Power Distribution and Blown Fibre Networks.
• Producing Feasibility Studies for ships and equipment.
• Working closely with in-house teams, including Mechanical, Structural, HVAC, and Project Management.
• Engaging with industry partners and technical authorities.
• Supporting detailed design activities for ship-builds and submarines.
• Providing technical input to ensure the safety of design services deliverables.

Your Skills and Experiences:

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of Electrical Systems theory .
• Ability to interpret and apply Electrical Design Standards .
• Working knowledge of Electrical Installation Practices and Distribution Systems.
• Familiarity with CAD/Engineering Drawing Toolsets .
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• ONC/HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain UK Security Clearance to SC level.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• A robust pension scheme.
• Employee share plans.
• Flexible, discounted health and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme and private health plans.
• Shopping discounts and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.

The Design Services Electrical Team:

Our dynamic team consists of engineers from diverse backgrounds, including industry experts, Armed Forces service leavers, and BAE apprentices. Together, we provide comprehensive electrical engineering support to the Royal Naval Surface Fleet, Royal Fleet Auxiliary, and Submarine Platforms.

Why BAE Systems?

At BAE Systems, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and rewards integrity and merit. We empower you to reach your full potential, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and residency may affect your eligibility for certain positions. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.

Closing Date: 24th October 2025. We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so don’t wait—apply today!

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