Senior Electrical Design Engineer

We’re looking for a Senior Electrical & Electronic Design Engineer to join a forward-thinking engineering business in Poole. This role combines hands-on design, project leadership, and mentoring within a collaborative team developing bespoke test, measurement, and automation systems for high-reliability industries.
Working alongside project managers, mechanical engineers, and software specialists, you’ll take technical ownership of electrical and electronic design from concept through to final build and test.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver electrical and electronic design for bespoke engineering projects.
• Generate design specifications, wiring schematics, and PCB layouts.
• Produce accurate cost estimates and technical documentation.
• Review and approve manufacturing drawing packs and ensure readiness for build.
• Provide technical support and guidance to less-experienced engineers.
• Liaise with customers to clarify requirements and ensure design intent is achieved.
• Work closely with manufacturing and test teams to resolve build or test queries.
• Supervise and participate in Factory and Site Acceptance Testing when required.
• Research, specify, and source components or materials for specialist projects.
• Stay up to date with industry and design standards to ensure compliance and innovation.

About You:

• Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in design and implementation of electrical or electronic systems.
• Strong knowledge of analogue and digital circuit design.
• Confident producing wiring diagrams, schematics, and documentation for manufacture.
• Experience designing test equipment or automation systems.
• Skilled communicator, comfortable engaging with internal teams and clients.
• Able to meet BPSS security clearance requirements.

Desirable:

• 18th Edition qualification.
• Background in power engineering or experience with National Instruments hardware/software.

Why Join?

• Be part of a high-tech engineering environment where your designs become real products.
• Variety — every project is different, offering fresh technical challenges.
• Opportunity to mentor junior engineers and shape future design capability.
• A company culture that values precision, collaboration, and innovation.

How to Apply
Interested? I’d love to tell you more about this role — call Ian Broadhurst on 07734406996 or drop me a message at ian.broadhurst@holtengineering.co.uk.