Principal Electrical Engineer - Maritime

Excellent Salary and Benefits package. Dorchester, Dorset 2-3 days per week on site. Permanent / Flexible & Part-Time options.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC level). Join a world-class engineering team developing cutting-edge maritime technologies, including autonomous platforms, sonar systems, and advanced control solutions. As Principal Electrical Engineer, you'll take a technical lead role in designing and integrating complex electrical systems that power the next generation of marine innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and integration of electrical systems across a range of maritime products.

Define system architectures, select components, and ensure compliance with safety and EMC standards.

Produce and review schematics, wiring diagrams, and documentation.

Support build, test, and commissioning activities.

Provide technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers, and driving best practice across the team.

Collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems engineers to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and compliant solutions.

About You

Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

Strong understanding of electrical design principles, power distribution, and control systems.

Experience with electrical CAD tools and relevant safety or compliance standards (CE/UKCA, EMC, electrical safety).

Confident leading design reviews, solving complex integration issues, and managing multiple priorities.

Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.

Desirable

Familiarity with PLCs, motor control, or industrial automation.

Experience mentoring and developing engineering capability.Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website