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Senior Electrical Design Engineer

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Safran

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Engineering
  • Newport

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, experience with 3D CAD/AutoCAD, understanding tolerances and manufacturing processes, and ability to read design drawings.
  • You will manage teams, oversee design activities, ensure compliance, coordinate with regulators, handle staffing, and report on program status while maintaining standards and documentation.

Requirements

  • 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 - Essential
  • Experience using project management tools - Desirable
  • Proven experience supervising an Electrical Design team - Desirable
  • Experience using 3D CAD & AutoCAD electrical software packages or equivalent - Essential
  • Experience with Product Life Management (PLM) Systems - Desirable
  • 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 - Essential
  • Experienced in working with Boeing and Airbus specifications for electrical equipment installation is desirable - Desirable
  • A working knowledge of the various methods of manufacture and test of electrical and electronic Components - Desirable
  • Ability to read design drawings and specifications - Essential
  • Experience in new model introduction - Desirable

Responsibilities

  • Manage electrical engineering platform teams.
  • Ensure standards and performances are achieved by the design team
  • Supervise and co-ordinate design activities.
  • Responsible for the management and control of daily attendance and holidays for your engineering team including absence management.
  • Assisting in recruitment of team members as and when required
  • Carry out professional development reviews and ensure any KPI set for the year are achieved
  • Manage and deliver electrical systems programmes as per agreed schedules and budgets, Responsible for the Electrical submittals.
  • Coordinate with regulatory agencies i.e., EASA, FAA, Boeing and Airbus to certify the electrical systems installed in their aircraft.
  • Responsible for checking / approving systems drawings and documents ensuring compliance to OEM's & Regulatory requirements.
  • Responsible for producing/updating electrical standard and process documentation
  • Liaise with electrical equipment manufacturers to finalise the equipment and their installation specification of the equipment
  • Report to senior management about the status of the programmes.
  • To communicate effectively and professionally with customers, suppliers & OEM's
  • Participate in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process
  • The selection and application of materials and processes appropriate to each design element

FAQs

What is the primary location for the Senior Electrical Design Engineer position?

The primary location for this position is Cwmbran, South Wales.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Ideally, a minimum of a degree in an Electrical Engineering field is required, or alternatively, a HNC/HND or equivalent qualification as part of an Electrical Apprenticeship.

Is experience with project management tools necessary for this position?

Experience using project management tools is desirable but not essential for this position.

Are there any specific software skills required for the role?

Yes, experience using 3D CAD and AutoCAD electrical software packages or equivalent is essential.

What type of industry experience is preferred for candidates?

Experience supervising an Electrical Design team and familiarity with Boeing and Airbus specifications for electrical equipment installation are desirable.

Will there be opportunities for career progression?

Yes, there are career progression opportunities such as company sponsorship and further training courses available.

What kind of benefits does the company provide?

Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus UK Bank Holidays, a benefits program with various schemes, family-friendly policies, and equality & diversity initiatives.

Is travel required for this role?

Yes, UK and overseas travel may be required for this position.

How does the company value diversity and inclusion?

The company promotes diversity and inclusion as key values and fosters conditions for them to thrive in the workplace.

Are there any checks required before employment?

Yes, the role is subject to pre-employment checks, including criminal record checks.

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Defence & Aerospace
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10,001+
Employees
2005
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 79,000 employees and holds, alone or in partnership, world or European leadership positions in its core markets.