Senior Electrical Systems Engineer

3 weeks ago

Swindon, Swindon, United Kingdom Royal Mail Full time

Job Reference: 309844

Position: Senior Electrical Systems Engineer

Competitive remuneration based on relevant expertise, location, and experience, including a car allowance or cash equivalent, comprehensive family healthcare, potential for annual bonuses, and a generous leave policy of 27.5 days plus public holidays, increasing to 30 days after a decade of service.
Full-time
Permanent Position

This role encompasses national responsibilities, necessitating regular travel to various operational sites.

We are eager to enhance our team with a seasoned Senior Electrical Systems Engineer. This is a pivotal moment for Royal Mail as we innovate and reshape our engineering and design functions. Our vision for engineering is flourishing with the formation of an internal design team dedicated to innovation, aimed at transforming operational methodologies to elevate service quality and expedite processes, while also contributing to our commitment to achieving net-zero emissions.

Role Overview

In this position, you will deliver exceptional electrical engineering expertise to a team of skilled technical professionals. You will actively participate in the Design Engineering team, focusing on modernizing and enhancing existing workflows while introducing innovative solutions to boost organizational performance.

Your responsibilities will include:


• Leading engineering design initiatives and innovations at both central and local levels

• Identifying future prospects to enhance in-house manufacturing capabilities for key engineering design projects

• Advocating for new methodologies to foster in-house capabilities, innovation, and professional development within the engineering domain

• Collaborating closely with maintenance teams to enhance the reliability of the existing automation fleet

• Inspiring and energizing a team of technical specialists to achieve high performance

• Promoting a positive business culture: Be Positive, Be Brilliant, Be Part of It, while fostering professionalism, positivity, and engagement across all areas of Royal Mail Engineering.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should possess a minimum of a level 4 (NVQ or equivalent) qualification in an electrical engineering discipline.

Additionally, candidates should have:


• Experience in detailed product design and development within an automated setting

• A robust engineering background with a proven ability to apply intuitive problem-solving skills and deliver effective solutions

• Proficient knowledge and experience with CAD/CAM software

• Familiarity with design software (e.g., Autodesk)

• A history of meeting product development deadlines and quality standards

• A successful track record of implementing improvements and initiatives in challenging environments

Additional Benefits


• Generous holiday entitlement of 27.5 days (plus public holidays), increasing with years of service

• Company pension scheme with competitive contribution rates

• RMG Share Schemes - partnership and matching share offer

• Family-friendly support - enhanced maternity pay, paternity leave, adoption leave, and shared parental leave

• Discounts and offers - access to over 800 offers to save on groceries, outings, vacations, and household expenses.

• Supportive and generous company sick pay

• Access to our Feeling First Class service, providing mental and physical wellbeing support

• Lifestyle benefits - options to purchase a car, bike, home technology, or mobile phone, along with various health benefits and insurance products, with potential tax savings.

• Financial support - resources to assist with debt management and enhance financial literacy, including debt consolidation and savings plans.

• Comprehensive healthcare options, including Dental Cover, Life Insurance, and additional benefits for partners and dependents.

• Complimentary and discounted RMG products, including free keep safe and redirection services.

• Complimentary stamps during the holiday season.
*Benefits available to permanent employees only.

Your Career with Us

At Royal Mail, we value our workforce and strive to create an environment where employees take pride in their contributions.

With our extensive resources, infrastructure, and scale, we play a vital role in the communities we serve, facilitating billions of deliveries annually. We are one of the largest employers in the UK, providing one in every 194 jobs.

An operation of this magnitude requires a robust support network, with departments such as HR, Legal, Finance, IT, Risk & Governance, Customer Experience, and Sales & Marketing playing crucial roles in optimizing, automating, and digitizing our operations.

Royal Mail is committed to innovation and sustainability, investing in technologies such as electric vehicles, drones, alternative fuel trucks, and energy-efficient improvements to our facilities.

Next Steps

The subsequent phase of the selection process will involve a face-to-face interview, focusing on competency-based and role-specific inquiries.

We recognize that not every candidate will meet all criteria for the role. If your experience differs from the job requirements but you believe you possess the relevant skills to contribute value, we encourage you to share your story with us.

Royal Mail is proud of its diverse employee network groups and their active role in fostering belonging and a positive work environment. We are dedicated to inclusion and passionate about ensuring our workforce reflects the communities we serve.

We are committed to accommodating any adjustments you may need during the application and hiring process. Please indicate any requirements in your application.

Closing Date: Please note that this advert may close early if the appropriate number of applications has been received.

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