Lead Electrical Engineer (Remote)

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Lead Electrical Engineer to spearhead critical projects from a remote capacity, based out of Newcastle upon Tyne . This senior position involves leading design efforts, mentoring a distributed team, and driving technical strategy for innovative electrical solutions. You will play a crucial role in conceptualizing, developing, and implementing complex electrical systems, ensuring they meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and efficiency. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact on product development and technological advancement within a company that embraces remote collaboration and values employee autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design, development, and implementation of advanced electrical systems and products.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of electrical engineers working remotely across different locations.
• Define and enforce electrical design standards, best practices, and documentation requirements.
• Oversee the selection of components, materials, and technologies, ensuring cost-effectiveness and performance optimisation.
• Collaborate effectively with remote cross-functional teams, including software, hardware, and mechanical engineering departments.
• Conduct thorough design reviews, risk assessments, and validation testing for electrical systems.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Extensive experience (8+ years) in electrical design , product development, and project leadership.
• Demonstrated expertise in complex system architecture, analog and digital circuit design, and power management.
• Proven experience leading and managing remote engineering teams.
• Proficiency with simulation tools (e.g., LTspice, ANSYS) and schematic capture software.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to thrive in a fully remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with performance incentives.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Company-provided laptop and essential remote work tools.
• Opportunity to shape the future of electrical engineering within a global company.