Safran
Electrical Design Engineer
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Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience?
Then your next opportunity could be with Safran Seats, an industry award-winning, premium designer and manufacturer of First and Business Class seating and technology.
The purpose of this role is to be an Electrical Design Engineer with a thorough understanding of all aspects of electrical design, working within the aerospace industry.
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.
Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.
With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the world's leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions.
At Safran Seats, we are unique within aerospace, as we interface with both the world's biggest airlines and airframers alike, with the largest seats portfolio of all seats suppliers.
One day you could be liaising with one of the world's largest airframers, and the next, some of the biggest airline brands around the world!
In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England.
Scope of Responsibilities:
Based in Cwmbran, South Wales, working as part of the Electrical Design Department.
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Responsible for producing electrical installation models and detail drawings.
Using various software packages for new product and platform designs that meet company, regulatory and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- 3D harness design, electrical schematics and block diagrams.
- Responsible for the design and integration of electrical systems within aircraft seats to comply with company, regulatory and customer requirements.
- Generating 2D/3D electrical installation and systems designs using CATIA V5 and PLM software.
- Participate in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process.
- Design engineers will be expected to communicate effectively and professionally with customers, suppliers & OEM's.
- Ensure the successful integration of each design element within the product as a whole.
- Participate in the validation of the product (using such methods as prototyping, test, etc).
- Follow and contribute to the development of the Best Practice guidelines.
- From time to time, Design engineers must be prepared to undertake tasks outside of their normal duties as requested by their immediate supervisors.
We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible and inclusive. As part of our commitment with Disability Confident Employers, we may offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. We strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Let us know if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application.
Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications:
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- Ideally qualified to a minimum of a degree in an Electrical Engineering field.
- Alternatively, a HNC / HND or an equivalent qualification as part of an Electrical Apprenticeship with demonstrated post qualification experience gained within a technical role.
- Experience using 3D CAD & AutoCAD electrical software packages or equivalent.
- The applicant should have an understanding of the effective application of tolerances and a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, as well as OEM installation requirements.
- Ability to read design drawings and specifications.
Competencies, Behaviours and Skills:
- Good communicator liaising with customers/airframers/suppliers and integrated programme team on a daily basis.
Please apply and submit your CV today! Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages.
We want Safran Seats to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks.
Desired Skills and Experience
Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications:
- Ideally qualified to a minimum of a degree in an Electrical Engineering field.
- Alternatively, a HNC / HND or an equivalent qualification as part of an Electrical Apprenticeship with demonstrated post qualification experience gained within a technical role.
- Experience using 3D CAD & AutoCAD electrical software packages or equivalent.
- The applicant should have an understanding of the effective application of tolerances and a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, as well as OEM installation requirements.
- Ability to read design drawings and specifications.
Competencies, Behaviours and Skills:
- Good communicator liaising with customers/airframers/suppliers and integrated programme team on a daily basis.
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