Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer – Offshore Energy | Newcastle

We are looking for a proactive and motivated Electrical Design Engineer to join our Electrical Design Team in Newcastle city centre. In this role, you will work on a variety of complex, bespoke engineering projects within our Offshore Energy product group.

This is a hands-on, technical role where you will contribute directly to the design, delivery and optimisation of high-quality engineering solutions.

Your role

As part of the Electrical Design team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical designs and supporting projects throughout their lifecycle.

Your responsibilities include:

• Designing electrical systems and solutions for bespoke engineering projects
• Writing technical specifications and selecting appropriate components
• Supporting project costing and budgeting activities
• Providing technical support to customers and internal stakeholders
• Preparing inspection, test and FAT documentation
• Contributing to standardisation and efficiency improvements within the Electrical Department
• Delivering engineering work packages and projects with minimal supervision
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Supporting commissioning and installation activities
• Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams across the business

What you bring

• Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
• Experience in a similar role within a project-driven, engineering environment
• Strong experience in electrical design, including:
  • Power distribution systems (230V & 440VAC)
  • Machine control and instrumentation systems
  • Control panel design
  • Motor starter and VSD design
• Experience with Electrical CAD tools (EPLAN Electric P8 preferred)
• Familiarity with ISO9001 or similar quality standards
• Knowledge of marine and offshore environments (preferred)
• Understanding of DNV GL and Lloyd’s standards
• Experience with subsea systems and/or high voltage systems is an advantage
• Knowledge of functional safety standards (e.g. IEC61508, IEC61511, IEC13849) is a plus
• Commissioning and testing experience is beneficial

Who you are

• A strong communicator, comfortable working with different stakeholders
• A team player who actively contributes to projects and team success
• Detail-oriented with strong planning and organisational skills
• Comfortable working with complex systems and technical challenges
• Eager to learn, develop and continuously improve

Additional information

• This role may require national and international travel
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK