Electrical Design Engineer
Requirements
Requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, or equivalent military experience, and 2–4 years of experience in electrical design, electrical distribution systems, or harness engineering. Candidates should have experience with SolidWorks Electrical, schematics, wiring documentation, 3D routing principles, and product development in an engineering environment.
Job Description
Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.
Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!
Job Description
As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will join our Loughborough team to support our activities within the clean energy and advanced technology sector.
You will play a key role in the development of electrical distribution and wiring solutions for innovative products. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will be responsible for the design, integration, and documentation of wiring harnesses and electrical distribution systems, ensuring reliable and efficient electrical architecture throughout the product lifecycle.
- Location: Remote
- On Site: Remote
- Clearance: Clearable
- Experience Level: Mid-Junior (2-4 years of experience)
- Design and develop electrical wiring harnesses and Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS)
- Create and maintain electrical schematics using SolidWorks Electrical
- Produce and manage 3D electrical routing and harness models
- Support the integration of electrical systems into product assemblies
- Generate and maintain electrical design documentation, drawings, and Bills of Materials (BoMs)
- Collaborate with mechanical, electronics, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful product integration
- Support prototype build, testing, and validation activities
- Implement design changes and maintain accurate configuration control throughout the product lifecycle
Required Skills:
- Experience designing wiring harnesses and electrical distribution systems
- Proficiency with SolidWorks Electrical
- Experience creating electrical schematics and wiring documentation
- Understanding of 3D routing and harness modelling principles
- Knowledge of electrical integration and system packaging considerations
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Good communication and problem-solving skills
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
- 2–4 years of experience in electrical design, EDS, or harness engineering
- Experience supporting product development within an engineering environment
- Experience with electrical system integration and validation activities
- Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes for wiring harnesses
- Familiarity with CAD-based electrical routing tools
- Experience within clean energy, automotive, aerospace, or advanced technology sectors
- Understanding of product lifecycle management and engineering change control processes
Why join us?
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
In short you get:
- A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
- A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
- Private Medical Insurance
- Cycle & Tech Scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance & Pension Scheme
- Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
- Flexible way of working (role dependent)
ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.
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About ALTEN
𝐀 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐓 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 ALTEN is committed to meeting the expectations of its stakeholders and anticipating their requirements in the fields of innovation, R&D, and technological information systems. Founded in 1988 and present in 30+ countries, the Group has established itself as the global leader in Engineering and IT Services. ALTEN operates with major players in the Aeronautics, Space, Defence, Naval & Security, Automotive, Rail & Mobility, Energy & Environment, Life Sciences – Health, Industrial Equipment & Electronics, Telecoms, Banking, Finance & Insurance, Retail & Services, Public Services & Government sectors. OUR VISION: BUILDING TOMORROW’S WORLD TODAY We are convinced that engineers are the architects who build tomorrow’s world today. As a global leader in Engineering and IT Services, we support businesses in their technological and sustainable transformation. We commit to making a positive impact over time and on people, pushing the boundaries of innovation, and always staying one step ahead. We are driven by one ambition: to think about the future in the present. A LEADING GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY PARTNER ALTEN is involved in all projects with a technological dimension for the Technical, Research & Development Divisions and IT Systems Divisions of major corporate, telecoms and service clients, requiring the involvement of high-level Consultant-Engineers. To achieve this, the Group has put in place a world-renowned technical organization of excellence. 🔹 12 Industries covered 🔹 21 Delivery Centers 🔹 6,500+ Clients FULL COVERAGE OF TECHNOLOGIES The Group covers a wide range of expertise in Engineering and IT Services in order to meet our clients’ needs. We bring together and coordinate at the transnational level, specialists and consultants, experts in their profession who support our clients in their issues of digital transformation, innovation, product development, supply chain, etc.
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