The Explora Foundation – Electrical Engineer

Job Purpose – Electrical Engineer

• To produce original designs, drawings and support documents.
• To update/improve existing designs, drawings and document packs based on investigation & research.
• The production of as-built drawings from systems surveys.
• To be involved with electrical systems liaison with customers, suppliers and internal departments to ensure that information is shared.
• To approve drawings against specified requirements.
• To advance the goals of the company by producing innovative and rigorous designs within the electrical engineering environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and application of electrical design and manufacture.
• Proficient in the creation of Electrical System drawings, Wiring or Block Diagrams using System sizing calculations and component specifications.
• Understanding of 400v AC and/or 12vDC systems.
• A degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge / understanding of 3 phase design solutions.
• Preferably qualified and competent in testing and inspection to City & Guilds 2391-52, however, training may be provided.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Visio, Solid Works Electrical 2d would be advantageous.

Experience

• Previous experience of industrial and or vehicle electrical systems.
• Proven Electrical Engineering experience is essential in a heavily regulated industry.
• Experience in circuit simulation advantageous.

General

• The job holder will have a current driving licence.
• Ability to be flexible and work outside core hours on occasion.
• Offsite work may be required, UK and abroad.
• Ability to work in the UK with no restrictions.
• Must meet security vetting criteria (resident of UK for last 5 years).
• To understand the health and safety requirements in own work area.
• Able to identify development areas and strengths.
• To participate in continuous professional development & keep abreast of best practice throughout the industry.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to communicate and work with people at all levels.
• Confident in presenting to internal / external customers.
• Sound judgement and decision making ability.
• Ability to organise and prioritise a number of projects simultaneously.
• Ability to understand a customer’s requirements and to build good relationships with internal and external customers.

We encourage applicants who are also former Armed Forces personnel, Reservists and Cadet Force Volunteers —You will be made very welcome amongst our existing staff, who have shared your past experiences, and  have been with us for many years.

We have a superb, friendly working environment and culture. This is a fabulous opportunity for the right person to join a forward-thinking, well-established group at an exciting time.

Please apply in writing with CV to careers@exsel-group.com