Main Purpose of Job
NSSLGlobal world leading Maritime systems integrator are looking for Design Engineer, to work alongside engineering and project teams to produce electrical and mechanical drawings.
Who we are:
NSSLGlobal is a leading and growing provider of Satellite Communications and IT Support to the Government and Maritime markets. Established 55 years ago, the company leverages deep customer understanding and engineering know-how to deliver technical solutions tailored to their customers unique requirements.
In an enviably strong financial position with over 250 employees the company is privately held, profitable and debt free with exponential growth plans. Headquartered in the UK, the company has a global footprint with key offices located across Germany, Denmark, Norway, the Netherlands, Sweden, Poland, Singapore, Japan and the United States.
Key Tasks
- A minimum qualification HND/HNC, apprenticeship, or equivalent, along with proven knowledge of and adherence to EU directives electrical safety and compliance.
- A minimum of five years of experience in electrical / systems design desirable.
- Experience in electrical engineering regulatory environment for electrical installations including BS7671 wiring regulations (18th edition) and the Electricity at Work Act. advantageous
- Proficient in the use of recognised drawing standards, including Knowledge of BS8888 2017
- Familiarity with relevant technical standards is required for both EMC and LVD
- Ability to develop design concepts from first principles with proven engineering design skills and strong knowledge of manufacturing techniques and material properties.
- Knowledge of electrical enclosure (control panels and 19” racks) manufacturing techniques.
- Ability to produce high quality drawings (2D and 3D) using a CAD tool of choice (candidate can assist in the process of deciding the software NSSLGlobal should adopt) to ISO standards.
- Production of STEP files for transfer to customer/clients as required.
- Ability to take a rough mechanical design and turn into a refined drawing outputs.
- Ability to produce Visio drawings as required to assist with other company needs.
- Experienced user of a CAD package such as AutoCAD. Ideally experience of an Electrical CAD package e.g. SEE Electrical / ETAP.
Assignment and Review of Work
- As required and prioritised by the line management, senior leadership team and global teams.
Decision Making
- Taking ownership and seeing through to completion.
- Proactive and independent decision making required within authority level.
- Takes responsibility for issues and coordinates response before they escalate.
Judgement
- Significant judgement is required to manage the internal cross-boundary relationships to ensure positive outcomes achieved.
- Role is self-sufficient and self-monitored.
- Judgement required to ensure correct priority level is attached to work commitments.
Experience/Skills/Qualifications
- Minimum four years’ experience in production of electronic and mechanical drawings at a significant quantity.
- Ability to work hard, show tenacity, proactively work on own initiative, solve problems using own judgement, meet tight deadlines and balance priorities to achieve results.
- Must hold, or have the ability to achieve SC Security Clearance
- Experienced in standard office applications.
- The ability to produce a high standard of work which meets or exceeds customer’s requirements.
- Can do/problem solving mentality
Most Difficult Part of Job
- Working with uncertainty and changing priorities.