Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer / Systems Engineer

1 month ago


Gateshead Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom Indotronix Avani UK Ltd Full time €40,000 - €55,000
  • Role: Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer / Systems Engineer
  • Location: Gateshead
  • Role Type: Permanent
  • Salary: £40k - £55k depending on experience

The Role:

The Senior / Principal Engineer at with our client is the lead on all technical and engineering matters, overseeing design, development, delivery, and in-service support across a range of systems, including Communications Information Services (CIS), Fighting Vehicles (FV), Electronic Warfare (EW), and other defence and security-related fields. This role involves managing and working within internal project teams and engaging with customers and suppliers as required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Engineering Process Management: Oversee and develop the existing engineering processes, including design reviews, safety boards, and the management of engineering changes.
  • Leadership: Fulfil the role of Deputy Chairman on the Engineering Committee, supporting the Defence Operations Manager as Chairman.
  • Team Management: Line manage a team of technical staff, ensuring adherence to company processes.

Key Working Relationships:

  • Head of Defence Operations
  • Engineers & Technicians
  • Other departments (e.g., Production, Purchasing)
  • Senior Managers

Skills & Attributes:

  • Experience in as Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong technical capability with an awareness of new developments in engineering fields such as EW, Communications, or Product Development
  • Security Clearance (SC) or the ability to obtain it
  • Valid UK drivers licence
  • Ability to lead client meetings and present visual presentations
  • Competent in using configuration management applications
  • Willingness to deploy off-site as required

Experience & Knowledge:

  • Preferably experienced in the defence and security industry, understanding the relationship between Prime Contractors, the UK Ministry of Defence, and SMEs
  • Proven ability to deliver solutions within time, cost, and quality constraints
  • Knowledge of safety-related legislation applicable to defence projects

Qualifications:

Academic:

  • Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) with at least three years of professional experience in relevant fields such as Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering
  • Or Higher National Diploma (HND) with seven years of professional experience

Professional:

  • Membership in the Institution for Engineering & Technology (MIET) or a similar professional body
  • Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status or higher professional accreditation
  • Encouragement and support for progression to Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Desirable:

  • Qualifications in Working Safely or Managing Safely from the Institution for Occupational Health & Safety (IOSH)

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Provide day-to-day technical and engineering consultancy
  • Liaise with clients, suppliers, Project Managers, senior managers, and other stakeholders
  • Manage and approve business expenses, overtime, and leave for subordinate staff
  • Conduct appraisals and identify training needs for subordinate staff
  • Authorise documents and drawings relevant to the designated field/product/project
  • Ensure high standards and adherence to company processes in engineering output
  • Lead various reviews and provide technical advice to other departments
  • Act as Bid Manager when required, providing technical input into bids

Additional Requirements:

  • Deputise for the Defence Operations Manager as needed
  • Domestic and occasional overseas travel may be required
  • Capable of attaining and maintaining Security Clearance (SC) with the UK NSVS
  • Participate in the supervisor factory security rota

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated individual to lead technical and engineering initiatives with our client. If you have the required experience and qualifications, we encourage you to apply and become a pivotal part of our innovative team.

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