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Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 500 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Globally, Saab employs over 22,000 people, with operations on every continent. Our partnerships with UK customers and industry mean we are able to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges, anticipating the threats of tomorrow. We invest 23% of our annual revenue into research and development, collaborating with a range of partners including industry and academia. Saab is a company that offers our employees plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing a workplace where individuals can thrive professionally, paving the way for future progression. We also recognise the need for a healthy work-life balance to ensure our staff have the chance to live a fulfilling life beyond the workplace. The Role: This role sits within our Sensor Systems Business Unit. We are looking for an Electrical Assembler to work on the manufacturing of electronic equipment, through assembly of mechanics and electronics in a small production unit. Your personal skills are important where we have high expectations in cooperation and communication within your team and organization. Main Duties: Electromechanical assembly and soldering. Read and understand technical documents for manufacturing purpose. Handling of documents and non conformancies according to stated processes. Contribute with continuous improvements within quality, delivery and cost. Take part in education and support of new employees. In a clear way be able to communicate status of ongoing work which you are responsible for. Skills and Experience: A social and good team player. 3+ years of relevant experience within electromechanical assembly or production. Manual soldering skills. Excellent communication skills in English, verbal and written. High expectations regarding fine motor skills, endurance and accuracy. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

JA1434 – Senior Electrical Design EngineerLocation – FarehamType – Permanent – Full-timeSalary – £45,000 - £60,000Overview:We are currently recruiting for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join our client’s business which specialises in - computers, racks, rack integration, tablets, technology, engineering, manufacturing, electro-mechanical, sheet metal, wireless sensors, defence, automation, communications, energy, transport, healthcare, edge computing, and micro data-centres.The successful candidate must show flexibility & willingness to adapt to the needs of an SME size business and meet the following requirements: Experience:Essential An established electrical design engineer, who has extensive experience across a range of projects in accordance with a variety of compliance standards.Experience of original Electrical Design? (If the answer is yes, then please ensure it is evidence on your CV, particularly if you are the Design Authority).Experience of designing AC and DC systems for a variety of markets including complex markets with strict standard such as defence.Experience of designing cable and connector assemblies for highly regulated industries.Experience in computing or rack based electrical hardware design.Experience of designing power management systems.Has previous been a design authority on as significant project and actively works to develop organisational capability. Desirable Experience of working on:Low voltage DC power and communication circuits.Low and Medium voltage AC power systems.Electrical safety assessment against IEC 62368. SkillsEssentialUse of best practices for the design of electrical hardware solutions from concept to production. Including: Ability to translate customers’ requirements from a statement of work into designs that satisfy the requirements specification.Experience in design for manufacture and testing.Ability to simulate, prototype, conduct experiments, analyse and interpret test data.Ability to generate and review relevant design documentation.Component selection and bill of material creation.Experience with electrical drawing software, preferably SolidWorks Electrical or similar.  DesirableExperience of working with: BS EN Standards such as 62368 and 61010 (Safety) and Military specs (Def-Stan).EMC and regulatory requirements (CE/UKCA).ISO 9001 standard or a professional and process driven methodology.RF design.Computing infrastructure Education: At least an HNC/HND Electrical Engineering qualification, however a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering would be preferred. Security Clearance: BPSS Security Clearance must be attainable. Interview process: 1st interview 30-minute teams and if invited to follow up this will be 1.5-hour face-face.Please also note that as part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring in Electrical Designs that they have designed themselves.  They will be asked to speak through these designs and answer any challenges they may have faced or what their thoughts were behind them. Screening Questions: Do you experience of original Electrical Design? (If the answer is yes, then please ensure it is evidence on their CV, particularly if they are the Design Authority)Do you have experience of designing low voltage AC and DC systems?Do you have experience of designing cable and connector assemblies for highly regulated industries?Do you have experience in computing or rack based electrical hardware design?Do you have experience of designing power management systems? Personal Attributes: Ability to lead electrical aspects of project and mentor and develop team members.Ability to present and persuade customers of optimal design approach in project meetings and reviews.Professional appearance and behaviour.Self-motivated and able to multi-task, handling multiple priorities.Attention to detail when designing to meet complex requirements.Able to learn new skills quickly and apply them/ improve them consistently.Lifelong learner, practitioner and teacher to others of new skills.Organised, tidy with good time management.Works well under pressure to meet deadlines.Flexible, adaptable and accepting of change. Positive and enthusiastic. Benefits: 25 days holiday + 8 publicLife assurancePensionSick payMaternity/Paternity PayCycle to work scheme.Hybrid working arrangement in place.Free on-site parkingEmployee social area including darts & pool table. JA1434 – Senior Electrical Design EngineerLocation – FarehamType – Permanent – Full-timeSalary – £45,000 - £60,000

Are you a Senior Electrical Design Engineer looking for a new job based in Fareham, Hampshire? You will be joining a well-established company, located in Fareham, Hampshire, working in a variety of different industries, specialising in designing and manufacturing specialist computing platforms, engineered to meet the client's exact requirements and needs. They design many different products such as mobile tablets and boxed computers through to complex racks and innovative IoT platforms. They design their products to withstand extreme and harsh environments. Skills and responsibilities for the Senior Electrical Design Engineer: - Provide electrical design authority for existing and new electrical projects, answering design questions and helping to resolve arising issues. - Design and develop electrical systems in support of complex design to order projects. - Create system schematics, circuit diagrams, cable assemblies, wiring lists and electrical bill of materials, including specifying wires, cables and connectors and electrical devices. - Provide electrical and electronic subject matter expert advice to the rest of the engineering team. - Complete conceptual electrical design using Solidworks Electrical, prototype build and design verification testing as required. - Experience of using the company's preferred design tools: Solidworks Electrical & standard 2D CAD package To apply for this fantastic Senior Electrical Design Engineer opportunity based in Fareham, Hampshire, please email a copy of your CV to Tom on - quoting reference THD1139, or for more information, please call Tom on / .