Principal Electrical Engineer

Principal Electrical Engineer

Newcastle Upon Tyne

Salary is DOE

Role Overview

This Principal Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of high‑integrity marine electrical equipment and control systems. From electrical design to supplier engagement and validation, this individual will act as a subject matter expert in naval‑grade systems, playing a key role in technical governance and customer satisfaction across defence programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, specification, and testing of marine electrical systems and control equipment, ensuring all deliverables meet customer and regulatory standards.
• Produce detailed technical drawings, schematics, and block diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar tools.
• Create and maintain commissioning documentation, test plans, and technical specifications for motors, VSDs, control panels, and operator control stati...