Lead Electrical Systems Engineer

The Lead Electrical Systems Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, integration and validation of electro-mechanical systems across complex dedicated test beds.

This role provides technical leadership from concept through implementation, ensuring compliance with applicable standards, safety requirements, quality expectations, and performance objectives.

You will collaborate and provide technical leadership with cross-functional and customer facing teams, overseeing each phase of the project delivery to make sure that we deliver valuable systems solutions with an excellent operational rigor.

The ideal candidate combines deep electrical systems expertise with strong project leadership skills, the ability to serve as a key technical interface to customers, and a commitment to mentoring engineers and driving innovation.

As the Lead Engineer, you are essential to the successful execution of our projects.
 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, controls, manufacturing, procurement, quality, testing) to ensure integrated system solutions
• Fully engage with Business Engineering Leadership, Lead Engineering Management, Project Management, and Supply Chain, as appropriate, in order to execute projects with excellence
• Lead a team of multidisciplinary engineers specialising in power systems, power conversion, automation, control, and mechanical integration, ensuring the overall solution meets customer, contract, and regulatory requirements
• Manage team activities for technical delivery of projects, including planning as required using management tools to ensure on-time delivery and quality targets are met
• Act as the main technical point of contact for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on electrical engineering topics
• Support project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and technical execution for multiple concurrent initiatives
• Ensure projects meet cost, schedule, and quality targets
• Respond to technical queries and manage their resolution
• Liaise with other departments, GE businesses, subcontractors, and suppliers, as appropriate, in order to support the project for the best outcome of the customer and business
• Support and help drive improvements in the efficiency of the engineering process, systems, and solutions to improve customer value
• Communicate solutions across the wider Engineering community
• Coordinate resources to deliver system projects including complying with quality processes and resolving problems
• Report project status, plans, and risks
• Own the project engineering resource budget

• Plan and progress all design engineering related activities including testing and commissioning for specific projects
• Contribute to test plans, create and execute test scenarios, and manage test operations
• Analyse test data to support delivery of class-leading power system solutions
• Monitor, control, and manage engineering budgets, project documentation, risk management processes, FMEA, design reviews, and the change control system in accordance with company guidelines
• Manage customer requirements, derive sub-system and equipment requirements, and cross-reference with validation evidence

• Comply with all company and customer health and safety regulations
• Apply life-saving rules and safety-first principles in all work activities
• Identify opportunities to improve electrical system performance, reliability, and efficiency
• Champion new technologies and methodologies that advance capabilities
• Lead continuous improvement efforts in engineering processes, tools, and design practices
• Support risk assessments, design reviews, and hazard analyses for electrical systems
• Contribute to lessons learned and knowledge sharing across the organization
• Establish, drive, and maintain the engineering quality control system for projects in line with company guidelines

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification, and relevant practical experience in an electrical engineering environment.
• Working towards or hold CEng qualification.

• Experience in a project engineering or technical lead role.
• Proficiency in electrical schematic design.
• Experience in industrial equipment, electrical equipment, or defence related engineering environments.
• Previous experience supporting UK naval engineering projects.

• Challenging and exciting projects.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Career development & training.
• Opportunities for learning and personal development.
• Attractive compensation package.
• Flexible benefits you can personalise.
• Company pension contribution; income protection; private health insurance; life assurance, healthy lifestyle account.
• Payment of a professional accredited membership fees (IET…).
• 34 days’ vacation including national holidays.

• Willing to travel within UK and overseas for short term working.
• Full UK Driving license.