Royalihc

Electrical Design Engineer

Newcastle - Grey Street

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Seniority: Mid level
Country: GB
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 27 Sept 2026

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The role:

Electrical Design Engineer – Offshore Energy | Newcastle

We are looking for a proactive and motivated Electrical Design Engineer to join our Electrical Design Team in Newcastle city centre. In this role, you will work on a variety of complex, bespoke engineering projects within our Offshore Energy product group.

This is a hands-on, technical role where you will contribute directly to the design, delivery and optimisation of high-quality engineering solutions.

Your role

As part of the Electrical Design team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical designs and supporting projects throughout their lifecycle.

Your responsibilities include:

Designing electrical systems and solutions for bespoke engineering projects
Writing technical specifications and selecting appropriate components
Supporting project costing and budgeting activities
Providing technical support to customers and internal stakeholders
Preparing inspection, test and FAT documentation
Contributing to standardisation and efficiency improvements within the Electrical Department
Delivering engineering work packages and projects with minimal supervision
Ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
Supporting commissioning and installation activities
Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams across the business

What you bring

Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
Experience in a similar role within a project-driven, engineering environment
Strong experience in electrical design, including:
Power distribution systems (230V & 440VAC)
Machine control and instrumentation systems
Control panel design
Motor starter and VSD design

Experience with Electrical CAD tools (EPLAN Electric P8 preferred)
Familiarity with ISO9001 or similar quality standards
Knowledge of marine and offshore environments (preferred)
Understanding of DNV GL and Lloyd’s standards
Experience with subsea systems and/or high voltage systems is an advantage
Knowledge of functional safety standards (e.g. IEC61508, IEC61511, IEC13849) is a plus
Commissioning and testing experience is beneficial

Who you are

A strong communicator, comfortable working with different stakeholders
A team player who actively contributes to projects and team success
Detail-oriented with strong planning and organisational skills
Comfortable working with complex systems and technical challenges
Eager to learn, develop and continuously improve

Additional information

This role may require national and international travel
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

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