Lead Electrical Systems Architect

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Lead Electrical Systems Architect to define and guide the future of their electrical systems from a remote location. This strategic role involves designing high-level electrical architectures for complex systems, ensuring scalability, robustness, and future-readiness. You will collaborate with engineering teams across the organization, setting technical direction and standards for electrical design. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced architect to shape innovative solutions and drive technological excellence in a distributed team environment, impacting projects originating from Nottingham and serving a global client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and document the overall electrical system architecture, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Develop technical roadmaps and strategies for electrical system evolution and innovation.
• Lead architectural design reviews, providing guidance and ensuring adherence to standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, systems) to ensure seamless integration of electrical components.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies and methodologies relevant to electrical system design.
• Mentor senior electrical engineers and contribute to the development of best practices within the engineering organization.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in electrical system design and architecture.
• Proven track record in designing large-scale, complex electrical systems.
• Deep understanding of system architecture principles, including scalability, reliability, and security.
• Expertise in various electrical domains such as power electronics, embedded systems, and high-speed digital design.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, communication, and leadership skills for remote team collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Full remote working flexibility with potential for travel to key sites.
• Significant opportunities for leadership and strategic impact.
• Generous professional development budget and resources.
• A forward-thinking culture that values innovation and architectural excellence.