Principal Electrical Design Engineer
CV-LibraryGlasgow, SCT, GBpermanentPosted: 12 August 2026
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Sector: Confidential Client | Marine & Complex Engineering Sector
Location: Glasgow
Type: Office/Site-Based
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Negotiable D.O.E + Package
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer to provide technical leadership across the design, integration, commissioning and delivery of complex marine engineering projects.
The successful candidate will act as the discipline authority for electrical engineering activities, supporting projects from concept and detailed design through to commissioning, sea trials and final handover.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take ownership of electrical systems design within a technically challenging and highly regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the lead electrical engineering authority across multiple projects.
Approve electrical design philosophies, calculations and technical solutions.
Lead technical reviews with clients, classification societies and regulatory bodies.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers across the business.
Support concept development, contract design, detailed design and production engineering activities.
Manage technical risks, design compliance and engineering change processes.
Support commissioning activities, acceptance testing and vessel delivery.
Electrical Systems Experience
Candidates should have experience in the design and integration of:
HV and LV AC power systems
DC electrical distribution systems
Power generation and distribution architectures
Emergency switchboards and emergency power systems
UPS and battery energy storage systems
Power Management Systems (PMS)
Shore power connections
Propulsion electrical interfaces
Hybrid and low-emission power systems
Lighting and auxiliary electrical systems
Fire detection systems
CCTV, communication and public address systems
Control and monitoring systems
Technical Calculations
Applicants should be capable of producing and reviewing:
Electrical load analysis and power balance studies
Generator sizing calculations
Short-circuit studies
Protection coordination and discrimination studies
Cable sizing and voltage drop calculations
Earthing and grounding calculations
Harmonic analysis
Battery autonomy assessments
Motor starting studies
Arc flash and electrical safety assessments
Automation & Control Systems
Experience in automation and platform management systems is desirable, including:
Functional design specifications
PLC architectures
Industrial communication networks
I/O schedules and signal lists
HMI and mimic system development
Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
Harbour Acceptance Testing (HAT)
Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
Commissioning and sea trial support
Compliance & Standards
Candidates should possess knowledge of relevant marine and electrical engineering regulations and standards, including:
Lloyd's Register (LR)
DNV
UK MCA requirements
SOLAS
IACS requirements
IEC 60092
IEC 61892
IEC 60533
IEC 60945
IEC 61508 / IEC 61511
Qualifications & Experience
Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status preferred.
Significant experience within shipbuilding, marine engineering or related sectors.
Strong understanding of marine electrical systems and vessel integration.
Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering reviews.
Proven ability to manage complex design packages through the full project lifecycle.
Typical Deliverables
Electrical Design Basis documentation
Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
Electrical calculations and studies
Equipment schedules
Cable schedules
Functional Design Specifications
Power Management System documentation
Cause and Effect matrices
FAT documentation
Commissioning procedures
Harbour and sea trial reports
Desirable Backgrounds
We would be interested in speaking with engineers from:
Shipbuilding
Marine systems integration
Naval architecture and marine engineering environments
Offshore energy
Maritime defence
Vessel electrification and hybrid propulsion projects
For a confidential discussion regarding the role, package and working arrangements, please contact Hallam Knight
Sector: Confidential Client | Marine & Complex Engineering Sector
Location: Glasgow
Type: Office/Site-Based
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Negotiable D.O.E + Package
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer to provide technical leadership across the design, integration, commissioning and delivery of complex marine engineering projects.
The successful candidate will act as the discipline authority for electrical engineering activities, supporting projects from concept and detailed design through to commissioning, sea trials and final handover.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take ownership of electrical systems design within a technically challenging and highly regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the lead electrical engineering authority across multiple projects.
Approve electrical design philosophies, calculations and technical solutions.
Lead technical reviews with clients, classification societies and regulatory bodies.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers across the business.
Support concept development, contract design, detailed design and production engineering activities.
Manage technical risks, design compliance and engineering change processes.
Support commissioning activities, acceptance testing and vessel delivery.
Electrical Systems Experience
Candidates should have experience in the design and integration of:
HV and LV AC power systems
DC electrical distribution systems
Power generation and distribution architectures
Emergency switchboards and emergency power systems
UPS and battery energy storage systems
Power Management Systems (PMS)
Shore power connections
Propulsion electrical interfaces
Hybrid and low-emission power systems
Lighting and auxiliary electrical systems
Fire detection systems
CCTV, communication and public address systems
Control and monitoring systems
Technical Calculations
Applicants should be capable of producing and reviewing:
Electrical load analysis and power balance studies
Generator sizing calculations
Short-circuit studies
Protection coordination and discrimination studies
Cable sizing and voltage drop calculations
Earthing and grounding calculations
Harmonic analysis
Battery autonomy assessments
Motor starting studies
Arc flash and electrical safety assessments
Automation & Control Systems
Experience in automation and platform management systems is desirable, including:
Functional design specifications
PLC architectures
Industrial communication networks
I/O schedules and signal lists
HMI and mimic system development
Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
Harbour Acceptance Testing (HAT)
Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
Commissioning and sea trial support
Compliance & Standards
Candidates should possess knowledge of relevant marine and electrical engineering regulations and standards, including:
Lloyd's Register (LR)
DNV
UK MCA requirements
SOLAS
IACS requirements
IEC 60092
IEC 61892
IEC 60533
IEC 60945
IEC 61508 / IEC 61511
Qualifications & Experience
Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status preferred.
Significant experience within shipbuilding, marine engineering or related sectors.
Strong understanding of marine electrical systems and vessel integration.
Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering reviews.
Proven ability to manage complex design packages through the full project lifecycle.
Typical Deliverables
Electrical Design Basis documentation
Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
Electrical calculations and studies
Equipment schedules
Cable schedules
Functional Design Specifications
Power Management System documentation
Cause and Effect matrices
FAT documentation
Commissioning procedures
Harbour and sea trial reports
Desirable Backgrounds
We would be interested in speaking with engineers from:
Shipbuilding
Marine systems integration
Naval architecture and marine engineering environments
Offshore energy
Maritime defence
Vessel electrification and hybrid propulsion projects
For a confidential discussion regarding the role, package and working arrangements, please contact Hallam Knight