OverviewSenior Electrical Design Engineer (H/F) - SAFRAN SEATS GB LIMITED

Join to apply for the Senior Electrical Design Engineer (H/F) role at AEROCONTACT. Safran Seats is a leading global manufacturer of premium First and Business Class seating and technology. The UK-based team includes Electrical Design in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England. The role is based in Cwmbran, South Wales, as part of the Electrical Design Department.

Responsibilities

Manage electrical engineering platform teams.

Ensure standards and performances are achieved by the design team; supervise and co-ordinate design activities.

Responsible for the management and control of daily attendance and holidays for your engineering team including absence management; assist in recruitment as required.

Carry out professional development reviews and ensure KPIs are achieved.

Manage and deliver electrical systems programmes as per agreed schedules and budgets; responsible for the Electrical submittals.

Coordinate with regulatory agencies (EASA, FAA, Boeing and Airbus) to certify the electrical systems installed in their aircraft.

Check/approve systems drawings and documents ensuring compliance with OEM and regulatory requirements.

Produce/update electrical standards and process documentation.

Liaise with electrical equipment manufacturers to finalise equipment and installation specifications.

Report to senior management about the status of the programmes; communicate effectively with customers, suppliers and OEMs.

Participate in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process; select and apply materials and processes appropriate to each design element.

Qualifications

Ideally a degree in Electrical Engineering; or an equivalent qualification (e.g., HNC/HND or through an Electrical Apprenticeship) – essential.

Experience using project management tools – essential.

Proven experience supervising an Electrical Design team – desirable.

Experience using 3D CAD and AutoCAD Electrical software or equivalent – essential.

Experience with Product Life Management (PLM) systems – desirable.

Understanding of tolerances, manufacturing processes and OEM installation requirements – essential.

Experience working with Boeing and Airbus specifications for electrical equipment installation – desirable.

Ability to read design drawings and specifications – essential.

Note: No single candidate will meet every qualification; diverse experience is welcome.

Pre-employment checks are required (e.g., criminal record checks). Only candidates who pass checks will be considered.

Additional details

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

EEO / ObservationsThis role is subject to pre-employment checks; disclosure of unspent convictions may be required. Safran is an equal opportunity employer and promotes diversity and inclusion.

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