Electrical Design Engineer

4 weeks ago


Gateshead, Gateshead, United Kingdom Kongsberg Gruppen Full time

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the design, specification, and testing approval of marine electrical equipment produced by Kongsberg Maritime for naval customers. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing detailed technical specifications, drawings, and test procedures for electrical/control systems in accordance with contract specifications and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Prepare electrical schematics and block cable diagrams using 2D CAD systems and specialist electrical design software.
  2. Develop and maintain technical specifications, commissioning, and system test procedures for marine electrical equipment.
  3. Assist in the review, coordination, and approval of technical documentation received from suppliers and customers.
  4. Perform electrical calculations associated with equipment sizing, harmonic emissions, and arc flash electrical safety assessments.
  5. Review configuration of motor variable speed drive control systems.
  6. Utilize a recognized electrical CAD package to produce electrical drawings and schematics.
  7. Creation of control panel layout drawings and Engineering Bills of Materials.
  8. Good understanding of fundamental electrical and mechanical principles, with experience of practical engineering applications intended for use in a marine environment or related industries.

Requirements

  1. Proven track record in technical delivery of projects to quality, cost, and schedule.
  2. Competent user of MS Office suite of programmes.
  3. Experience of working closely with suppliers, customers, and field service teams.
  4. Ability to build relationships that bring together a broad range of talents, experience, and perspectives.
  5. Comply with the company's QHS&E policies and procedures.
  6. Knowledge of design verification and validation processes to ensure equipment complies with customer requirements.
  7. Basic knowledge of electrical equipment reliability and safety control mechanisms.
  8. Operation of 2D CAD systems.
  9. Knowledge of the engineering change/version control process.

What We Offer

  1. An exciting and important position working for the world-leading supplier of maritime solutions.
  2. Professional development and career opportunities.
  3. We offer a hybrid working arrangement.

Work Location
Gateshead, Newcastle

Point of Contact
Robert Cook, Engineering Manager



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