Electrical Design Engineer - Outside IR35

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  • Negotiable
  • Fareham, England
  • Contract

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Electrical Design Engineer (USV) to join our expanding team within our USV (Uncrewed Surface Vessel) production facility.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop electrical architectures for USVs
  • Develop wiring harnesses, power distribution networks, and EMC/EMI-compliant layouts
  • Select and qualify electrical components (power supplies, converters, relays, connectors, etc.)
  • Collaborate with mechanical and software teams on system integration
  • Conduct system-level testing, fault diagnostics, and sea trials
  • Document designs, test plans, and technical reports for regulatory submissions and internal QA

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in electrical systems design, preferably in marine or robotics
  • Proficiency in tools such as Draft sight, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar
  • Strong understanding of power electronics, battery management systems, and USV integration
  • Experience with low-voltage power systems (12-48V), DC-DC converters, and grounding strategies
  • Ability to produce schematics, harness drawings, and electrical BOMs


Desirable skills:

  • Experience with USV systems or uncrewed platforms
  • Familiarity with AS9100 workflows
  • Exposure to RF/antenna layout considerations and EMI shielding
  • Hands-on testing experience and familiarity with oscilloscope, multimeter, CAN analyzers, etc.

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