JFD Global
Electrical Engineer
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Electrical Engineer
Inchinnan, Hybrid
Full-time, Permanent
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The Role
This role is responsible for delivering innovative engineering design solutions and providing through-life engineering support across the JFD product range, including equipment and systems that support submarine rescue operations. The successful candidate will work on a varied portfolio of projects, from developing new products to meet customer and business requirements, to supporting in-service equipment upgrades and modifications in the field, helping to ensure the continued effectiveness of critical rescue capabilities.
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented engineer with excellent communication and organisational skills, who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team. You will take ownership of projects from concept through to completion, producing accurate, high-quality documentation and adapting to changing priorities and customer needs. With a methodical approach and a commitment to delivering practical, cost-effective solutions, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment where meeting deadlines, budgets and performance expectations is key to success, while contributing to systems that play a vital role in supporting submarine rescue teams worldwide.
What you’ll be doing
- Provide engineering design input for new products and technical support for the existing product range, assessing technical queries and developing effective engineering solutions.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, including Sales, Procurement and Production, to ensure the most appropriate technical solutions are delivered.
- Source suitable components and materials, creating and maintaining part numbers and bills of materials as required.
- Produce and review engineering documentation, including specifications, proposals, assembly instructions, test procedures, certification and technical reports, ensuring compliance with company processes, engineering best practice, and relevant industry standards.
- Check electrical drawings and associated documentation, taking responsibility as the technical checker to ensure accuracy, quality and compliance.
- Deliver engineering solutions that meet project timescales and budget requirements while maintaining high standards of quality.
- Undertake site visits to JFD locations, customer sites and operational assets as required to support project delivery and business objectives.
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What we’re looking for
- Proven electrical and electronics design skills.
- Skilled in generating design calculations.
- Competent in the use of engineering design software tools / CAD packages.
- Knowledge of design standards.
- Previous product design experience would be advantageous, particularly DC systems.
- Experience with Product Lifecycle Management system for generating and storage of engineering packages.
- Electrical and Electronics engineering degree or equivalent industry experience.
- Experience working to marine, defence standards and class society rules (mainly LR and DNV).
Why join us?
- Early finish on Fridays
- Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.)
- Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility
- Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions
- Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations
About Us
James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.
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James Fisher Defence (JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, delivering cutting-edge diving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial and defence markets. Operating worldwide, JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training. We’re also at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry. Explore more about JFD here
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At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.
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