Electrical Project Engineer

Company: Coalesce Management Consulting
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Location: Glasgow
Job Description:

We’re supporting a major subsea and marine defence programme and are now looking for an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to join a portfolio of projects focused primarily on submarine escape and rescue systems.

This role will suit engineers who are confident working from high-level customer requirements and translating them into robust, compliant, market‑ready technical solutions. You’ll be operating across multiple work packages over a period of 12 months. This role is outside of IR35.

Due to the nature of the projects, SC clearance is necessary.

Key Responsibilities

  • Interpreting and refining requirements, proposing compliant technical solutions
  • Managing obsolescence across electrical components and hardware
  • Writing specifications, test plans, and supporting validation activities
  • Producing SLDs, electrical schematics, 2D drawings (AutoCAD/SolidWorks) and 3D panel designs
  • Performing DC load analysis (24V & 128V SRV systems), voltage management and safety assessments
  • Delivering clear technical documentation and reports

Technical exposure and experience

  • Subsea cabling, connectors and penetrator design (stringent marine standards)
  • Communication and navigational systems (RS232, I2C, CANbus)
  • Instrumentation and sensor integration (water sensors, environmental controls)
  • DC motor and propulsion control systems
  • Lithium battery systems, BMS involvement and next‑generation chemistries
  • All work will be delivered in compliance with DNV, Lloyd’s and marine third‑party classification standards.
  • Proven experience writing technical specifications and test plans
  • Experience supporting validation and verification activities
  • Strong 2D design capability using AutoCAD or SolidWorks
  • 3D experience for electrical panel design
  • Experience working to DNV and Lloyd’s standards
  • Cable and penetrator design experience
  • Instrumentation and sensor integration experience
  • Strong reporting, documentation, and technical writing skills
  • SC is required

If you think you are suitable, please apply below!

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No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of experience, and we confirm that we are happy to accept applications from persons of any experience for this role.

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Posted: March 27th, 2026