Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer – Academic Instructor

We’re looking for Electrical Engineers to join us as Academic Instructors, helping to train and develop the next generation of engineers supporting the UK’s defence capability as part of Project Selborne.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom‑based electrical engineering instruction
• Support learners through theory, problem‑solving, and practical understanding
• Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback
• Continuously develop your own instructional and technical skills
• Contribute to a professional, supportive learning environment

Why this role is different

• Social working hours – no shifts, no nights, no overtime
• Stable, long‑term role supporting a critical national programme
• Structured training pathway to become a qualified instructor (Level 3)
• Use your engineering knowledge without the physical demands of site work
• Real purpose – your impact is seen through the people you train

Ideal Candidate

• Enjoy mentoring, coaching, or explaining technical concepts
• Desire better work‑life balance while staying in engineering
• Ready for a sustainable, people‑focused career path

Required Experience

• Graduate Electrical Engineer
• Time‑served electricians or electrical engineers
• Engineers from industrial, manufacturing, defence, utilities, or maintenance backgrounds

Qualifications & Benefits

• Full instructor training provided; no teaching experience needed
• Eligibility for UK Security Clearance at SC level is required
• Salary up to £43,500, pro‑rated for 45 weeks per year
• Term‑time only basis (45 weeks per year, 2 weeks Christmas and Easter, 3 weeks August)
• Social hours; no overtime

Equal Opportunities

Capita is committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment process. We’re a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone.

Location

Gosport, United Kingdom

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