Senior Electrical Engineer developing underwater systems from concept to support for Expleo in Cheadle. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure functional design of mission-critical subsystems.
Responsibilities
Define, analyse, and manage electrical and functional requirements for underwater systems and subsystems.
Develop detailed electrical designs, including schematics, circuit layouts, and wiring diagrams.
Integrate electrical subsystems into larger sonar and mission system architectures.
Participate in design reviews, FMEA/FMECA processes, and configuration control activities.
Produce high-quality technical documentation (requirements, ICDs, design reports, test procedures).
Support build, integration, and verification in both laboratory and platform environments.
Ensure compliance with relevant electrical and defence standards (Def Stan, MIL-STD, EMC/EMI, safety).
Collaborate with Systems, Mechanical, and Software teams to ensure cohesive, end-to-end functionality.
Contribute to system trials, acceptance testing, and technical liaison with customers and suppliers.
Requirements
Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or related discipline.
Demonstrated experience across the full engineering lifecycle — from concept to verification.
Strong understanding of power distribution, control systems, grounding, EMC/EMI, and cabling.
Proficiency with electrical design tools (e.g. AutoCAD Electrical, Zuken, or similar).
Familiarity with Def Stan, MIL-STD, and naval electrical standards.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC).
Benefits
Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
Competitive company benefits
Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
Communicating and promoting vacancies
Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work
At least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people
“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.
We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive
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