Electrical Systems Engineer

Electrical Systems Engineer Automotive / EV

Start: ASAP (within 2 3 weeks)
Duration: 3-Months
Location: Aldershot / hybrid
Sector: Automotive / EV systems

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Systems Engineer to support short-term delivery across system definition, supplier coordination, and validation activities within an advanced automotive or EV programme. The role focuses on system-level electrical design and integration, not hands-on wiring or CAD, and is ideal for someone confident working between requirements, suppliers, and validation teams to maintain technical delivery and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and review electrical and functional system requirements.
• Lead supplier and cross-functional discussions to align specifications and interfaces.
• Support system-level integration and requirements traceability through to validation.
• Review and contribute to DFMEA, test coverage, and verification planning.
• Ensure designs comply with internal standards and functional safety principles (ISO 26262).

Ideal Profile:

• Background in automotive or EV electrical systems engineering.
• Proven experience with requirements and architecture tools (DOORS, Polarion, Jama).
• Strong understanding of E/E architectures, HV systems, BMS, or charging systems.
• Comfortable working with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers on system definition and validation.
• Pragmatic, delivery-driven engineer able to operate with minimal onboarding.

Type of Person:
A systems-level thinker who can bridge hardware, software, and validation domains to ensure electrical system integrity and project continuity during a critical phase.