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Electrical Systems Engineer
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Electrical Systems Engineer
Location: Whetstone, UK (Onsite)
This role is for a leading engineering organisation specialising in advanced electrification, power conversion, and energy systems for high-performance industrial, marine, and defence applications.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a multidisciplinary Systems Engineering team working on the design, integration, testing, and commissioning of large-scale electrical power and propulsion systems that support major UK infrastructure and defence programmes.
About the Role
As an Electrical Systems Engineer, you will play a key role throughout the lifecycle of advanced power system projects, from system design and equipment specification through to commissioning, testing, and performance validation.
Working within a state-of-the-art electrical test environment, you will help develop and validate innovative power system technologies using advanced engineering analysis tools while collaborating closely with customers, suppliers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the design, integration, installation, and commissioning of electrical power systems and dedicated test platforms.
- Perform power system studies and simulations using software such as MATLAB/Simulink, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP, PSCAD, or PSSE.
- Ensure designs comply with customer requirements, relevant safety legislation, and applicable engineering standards.
- Prepare functional specifications, test procedures, validation reports, and other technical documentation.
- Participate in commissioning activities, testing operations, and system verification.
- Analyse test data and prepare technical reports to support validation and continuous improvement.
- Lead or contribute to technical reviews and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and external stakeholders.
- Produce equipment specifications and engineering documentation for:
- LV and HV switchboards
- Generators
- Transformers
- Power electronic converters
- Electric motors
- Cables
- Auxiliary equipment
- AC and DC power system architectures
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About You
We're looking for an engineer with strong systems-level electrical engineering experience and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges.
You will ideally have experience in one or more of the following sectors:
- Marine
- Naval or Defence
- Industrial Power Systems
- Power Generation
- Heavy Industry
- Electrification
- Energy
You should also have experience with:
- Electrical power systems
- Power system modelling and simulation
- Power electronics
- Generators, motors, transformers, and electrical distribution equipment
- Commissioning and testing of electrical systems
- Engineering documentation and technical reporting
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Experience with Power Electronics, Machines and Drives (PEMD), generator excitation systems, or electrical drive systems would be highly advantageous.
Knowledge of engineering standards such as IEC, MIL, DEF, or marine classification society standards is desirable.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Working towards or already holding Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is advantageous.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge electrical power and propulsion technologies.
- Exposure to complex, large-scale engineering programmes supporting critical UK projects.
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment.
- Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including pension, private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection, and generous annual leave.
- A supportive employer that values innovation, collaboration, and flexible working discussions where operationally possible.
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