Principal/Lead Electrical Design Engineer

Position: Principal/Lead Electrical Design Engineer
Job ID: 693/32
Location: Gateshead, Newcastle
Rate/Salary:£50,000 - £65,000
Benefits: Hybrid working, career progression,+ more 
Type: Permanent

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors – visit: www.hsbtechnical.com for a list of our vacancies. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Principal/Lead Electrical Design Engineer

Typically, this person will be responsible for the design, specification, and approval testing of marine electrical systems and equipment supplied to naval customers. The role involves developing detailed technical documentation, drawings, and procedures, ensuring compliance with contractual and company standards.

HSB Technical’s client is an established and well-regarded business entity.

Duties and responsibilities of the Principal/Lead Electrical Design Engineer:

• Prepare electrical schematics, wiring, and block diagrams using 2D CAD and specialist electrical design software (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, WSCAD, etc.)         
• Create and maintain detailed technical specifications, commissioning plans, and system test procedures for marine electrical and control systems
• Provide technical guidance and support to both internal teams and external customers
• Review and coordinate technical documentation from suppliers and customers, particularly regarding motors, drives, and control panel designs
• Support tender activities including estimating, specification development, and compliance review
• Perform electrical calculations related to equipment sizing, harmonic emissions, and arc flash safety assessments
• Oversee configuration and control strategies for motor variable speed drive systems
• Identify and contribute to research, development, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Investigate product safety and technical issues using structured problem-solving methods
• Manage supplier relationships, approve test results, and ensure compliance with specifications
• Undertake additional technical duties as required by the business

Qualifications and requirements for the Principal/Lead Electrical Design Engineer:

• Degree (BEng/BSc) in Electrical or Control Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Strong user proficiency in electrical CAD systems (AutoCAD, EPLAN, etc.)
• Experience creating control panel layouts and engineering bills of materials
• Solid understanding of electrical and mechanical principles, ideally within a marine or highly regulated environment
• Proven record of technical project delivery to quality, cost, and schedule targets
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Confident communicator, able to work collaboratively with suppliers, customers, and internal teams
• Experience working with design verification and validation processes (FMECA, HAZOP, ARM analysis)
• Knowledge of AC induction/PM motor control systems and variable speed drive technology
• Understanding of EMC and harmonic emission control standards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with configuration management and engineering change processes
• Committed to quality, health, safety, and environmental standards           

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.