Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Portsmouth Naval Base, Onsite
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please Salary: Up to £43,500 dependent on skills and experience
Who we are:
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Job Description:
This role provides electrical design and integration support for the introduction of new systems and equipment across maritime platforms. It covers the full design lifecycle, from early feasibility and ship survey activities through to detailed electrical design and installation documentation.
Core duties: Production of Installation Design Solutions including Electrical/System Drawings, Cable Routes, Data Sheets, Bills of Materials Liaison with Mo D Customer and Industry Partners throughout Design process developing agreed Equipment Integration Requirements Undertake Ship Surveys supporting Design Integration, Material State Reports, Configuration Configuring and Maintaining Ship Databases for Electrical Power Distribution and Blown Fibre Networks Production of Ship and Equipment Feasibility Studies Collaborate with in-house Mechanical, Structural, HVAC and Project Collaborate with Industry Partners and Technical Authorities Support Ship-build and Submarine electrical detailed design activities Provide technical input to Product Safety of Design Services deliverables
Essential Skills: Knowledge of Electrical Systems theory Interpretation and application of Electrical Design Standards Working knowledge of Electrical Installation Practices and Electrical Distribution Systems Working knowledge/understanding of CAD/Engineering Drawing Toolsets IT literate in Microsoft Office applications ONC/HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
The Design Services – Electrical Team:
Our Team of engineers is sourced from a combination of Industry, Armed Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with A place where everyone can thrive:
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export Closing Date: 29th June 2026
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