Electrical Design Engineer in Southampton, Hampshire
Posted by Carbon 60
Pay not stated
Southampton · Permanent
Electrical Design Engineer
Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer from a marine background looking to work on the next generation of autonomous vessels?
We're looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join an innovative engineering team developing advanced autonomous marine technology. You'll take ownership of electrical design activities from initial concept through to testing and delivery, working across power, propulsion, controls, sensors and communications.
The role
- Design electrical systems for autonomous vessels, including power distribution, propulsion control, sensors and communication networks
- Integrate electrical systems with autonomous navigation and control systems
- Produce electrical designs, schematics and technical documentation using AutoCAD
- Work closely with naval architects, mechanical, software and control engineers
- Support electrical system testing, validation and troubleshooting
- Ensure designs meet relevant marine regulations, safety standards and classification requirements
- Produce design specifications, test plans and compliance documentation
- Identify opportunities to improve system performance and integration
What we're looking for
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience
- 3+ years' electrical design experience
- Strong understanding of electrical principles and marine electrical systems
- Experience using AutoCAD or similar electrical design software
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams
Desirable experience
Experience in any of the following would be particularly beneficial:
- Autonomous or uncrewed vessels
- Autonomous navigation and control systems
- Electric or hybrid marine propulsion
- Marine power management systems
- LIDAR, radar or GPS integration
- Ethernet, CAN bus or NMEA 2000
- Sensor and communications integration
Excellent salary and benfits package on offer - please get in touch for further information.
Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Vertage Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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