Lead Electrical Engineer

Lead Electrical Engineer - Vehicle Systems Join a fast-growing engineering team re-imagining some of the most iconic automotive platforms in the world-where heritage craftsmanship meets modern electrification. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of the low-voltage electrical domain across both EV and ICE programmes, working at the intersection of classic design and cutting-edge technology. This will be based just north of Guildford and will offer some work flexibility. As a Lead Electrical Engineer you'll be the go-to authority for all things electrical: architect, problem-solver, and hands-on builder. As the business scales, you'll also shape and grow the electrical engineering function around you. What You'll Own Electrical Architecture - Define and deliver complete vehicle low-voltage system designs Harness Design - Routing, connectors, terminals, wire sizing, and full harness documentation Schematics & Circuits - Capture, design, and validate electrical systems end-to-end Custom Electronics - PCB design (schematic through to layout) for control and interface boards Supplier & Component Strategy - Select components and manage technical supplier relationships Prototype & Test - Hands-on vehicle builds, fault finding, and system validation Engineering Rigor - Maintain clear documentation: schematics, drawings, test data, and design rationale What You Bring Proven experience in automotive or vehicle electrical system design Lead Electrical Design Expertise Strong fundamentals: power distribution, grounding, protection/fusing, circuit design, signal basics Real-world harness design experience (connectors, terminals, routing in vehicle environments) Ability to design PCBs (at least low-complexity boards, from schematic to layout) A hands-on mindset-comfortable building, testing, and troubleshooting on vehicles Pragmatic decision-making-balancing performance, cost, and timing under pressure Ownership mentality-setting standards, maintaining quality, and leading the electrical domain Collaborative approach-working closely with mechanical and software teams Clear, confident communicator-able to articulate decisions, risks, and trade-offs Desirable- Not Essential Experience with Arcadia Exposure to HV EV systems (battery integration, contactors, pre-charge, isolation) Understanding of CAN / LIN networks Awareness of EMC/EMI principles Familiarity with functional safety (ISO 26262) Background in low-volume, prototype, or bespoke vehicle programmes Experience mentoring or leading engineers Commutable disctance from north of Guildford Why This Role? This isn't just another automotive job. You'll be working on vehicles with real cultural weight-programmes that blend timeless design DNA with modern propulsion and electronics. It's a chance to leave your mark on machines that people truly care about. You'll have autonomy, visibility, and the opportunity to build something-both technically and as a team