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This role involves designing, specifying, and approving marine electrical equipment for naval customers. Duties include creating detailed technical specifications, drawings, and test procedures for electrical/control systems, in accordance with contract specifications and company procedures.

About

This role involves designing, specifying, and approving marine electrical equipment for naval customers. Duties include creating detailed technical specifications, drawings, and test procedures for electrical/control systems, in accordance with contract specifications and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical schematics and block cable diagrams using 2D CAD systems and specialist electrical design software (e.g., Auto-CAD Electrical, EPLAN, WSCAD).
• Prepare and maintain technical specifications, commissioning, and system test procedures for marine electrical equipment.
• Provide technical support to internal and external customers as required.
• Assist in reviewing, coordinating, and approving technical documentation from suppliers and customers.
• Provide technical support to tender activities including estimating, specification development, and bid compliance review.
• Carry out electrical calculations associated with equipment sizing, harmonic emissions, and arc flash electrical safety assessments.
• Review the configuration of motor variable speed drive control systems.
• Identify and develop R&D and Continuous Improvement opportunities.
• Be self-motivated, use own initiative, and work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Investigate product safety and technical problems using structured problem-solving techniques.
• Manage supplier interfaces and provide technical assistance/test result approval to suppliers.
• Perform other reasonable technical tasks as deemed appropriate to meet business needs.
  
  

• B.Eng./B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering/Control Engineering or equivalent technical capability based on practical knowledge and experience.
• Competent in using recognised electrical CAD packages (AutoCAD, EPLAN) for producing electrical drawings and schematics.
• Experience in creating control panel layout drawings and Engineering Bills of Materials.
• Good understanding of fundamental electrical and mechanical principles, especially within the marine or related industries.
• Experience of working in highly regulated industries.
• Strong track record in technical project delivery to quality, cost, and schedule.
• Proficient in using the MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience working with suppliers, customers, and field service teams.
• Ability to build relationships that unify diverse talents and perspectives.
• Professional and courteous conduct at all times with colleagues and customers.
• Compliance with company QHS&E policies and procedures.
• Participation in Business improvement activities.
  
  

• Knowledge of AC induction motor/PM motor control systems and variable speed drive technologies.
• Understanding of EMC and harmonic emission control practices.
• Familiarity with design verification and validation processes.
• Basic knowledge of electrical equipment reliability and safety control mechanisms, verified using FMECA, HAZOP, and ARM analysis tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with 2D CAD systems.
• Experience with configuration control using data management systems.
• Understanding of the engineering change/version control process.
  
  

• Internal Interfaces: Sales and Marketing, Quality, Export Control, Engineering, Operations, Projects, Procurement, Stores & Logistics, Finance, Field Service/Aftermarket.
• External Interfaces: Customers, Suppliers, Marine Classification Societies, Defence Authorities/Navies.
  
  

• An exciting and important position working for a world-leading supplier of maritime solutions.
• An inspiring and safe work environment.
• Professional development and career opportunities.
• Hybrid working arrangement available.
  
  

• AutoCAD
• Gateshead, England, United Kingdom
  
  

• Electronics Engineering
  
  

• English

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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