Electrical Engineer
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Overview
An established engineering company specialising in advanced technology solutions is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead major engineering projects across its product portfolio.
This role offers the opportunity to work across the full product lifecycle, from initial concept development and new product introduction through to manufacturing, continuous improvement and product support.
You will be responsible for coordinating engineering activities, managing project costs and schedules, and ensuring products meet technical specifications, quality standards and customer requirements. Working closely with research and development, product management and manufacturing teams, you will help introduce new technologies, improve engineering processes and support future product development.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate and oversee engineering project activities across multiple product lines.
Lead new product introduction programmes, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
Develop and maintain project plans, technical specifications, product requirements and test documentation.
Conduct design reviews to ensure technical compliance and completeness.
Collaborate with research and development teams to introduce new technologies and improve engineering methods.
Work with product management to develop product goals, roadmaps and technical strategies.
Monitor market and technology trends to identify opportunities and minimise project risks.
Support business planning, product development and the identification of new market opportunities.
Oversee the transition of new products from design into manufacturing.
Ensure manufacturing requirements are considered throughout the design process.
Maintain high standards of product quality, reliability, maintainability and safety.
Ensure Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation are accurate and complete before product launch.
Review product manuals and manufacturing work instructions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Ensure engineering deliverables meet customer commitments, contractual requirements and project deadlines.
Provide technical leadership throughout the product lifecycle, including ongoing product support and end-of-life activities.
Support bids and proposals, including concept development, technical responses and cost estimates.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and more cost-effective engineering processes.
Requirements
Relevant engineering qualifications and experience in electrical engineering or a related discipline.
Experience managing or leading complex engineering projects.
Knowledge of new product introduction and product lifecycle management.
Experience working across engineering, research and development, product management and manufacturing teams.
Strong understanding of design reviews, technical specifications, testing and product validation.
Experience managing project budgets, schedules and technical deliverables.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, configuration management and engineering documentation.
Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
Ability to provide technical leadership and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer to take a leading role in complex engineering projects, influence product development strategy and drive innovation within a technically advanced engineering environment.