Principal Systems Engineer

Permanent
Engineering
Experienced
Systems Engineering, PLC, SCADA, HMI, V&V,
Wimbledon, London
London
£60000 - £72000 per annum + Bonus scheme, private healthcare

A highly respected engineering and technology organisation is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the delivery of complex, high-profile programmes within a secure and regulated environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a multidisciplinary engineering team working on advanced integrated systems that support critical operational capabilities both in the UK and internationally.

The Position

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering systems engineering activities across the full project lifecycle, from early requirements capture through to integration, validation and final delivery.

Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, you will help ensure technical solutions are delivered to the highest standards of quality, compliance and performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver systems engineering activities across multiple project phases
  • Produce, review and maintain technical documentation and specifications
  • Support major design reviews and engineering assurance activities
  • Work with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure technical alignment and delivery
  • Review technical requirements and provide engineering input throughout programme execution
  • Collaborate with software, hardware, safety, verification and integration teams
  • Contribute to technical planning, risk management and project estimation activities
  • Ensure solutions are delivered in line with programme schedules, quality standards and customer expectations

Skills & Experience Required

  • Degree qualified in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or a similar discipline
  • Previous experience within defence, aerospace, maritime or another regulated engineering sector
  • Strong understanding of systems engineering principles including requirements management, integration and verification
  • Experience with control systems, PLC/SCADA or operational technology environments
  • Familiarity with model-based engineering tools such as Enterprise Architect
  • Experience using requirements management tools such as DOORS
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Understanding of safety-critical or environmentally regulated systems

Desirable Experience

  • Exposure to verification and validation activities including EMC or environmental testing
  • INCOSE accreditation or similar professional recognition

Additional Information

Due to the nature of the projects involved, applicants must be UK Citizens and eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Benefits

  • Salary: £65,000 - £72,000
  • Performance-related bonus scheme
  • Private healthcare
  • Life assurance
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • Compressed working pattern with additional time off
  • Holiday buy/sell scheme
  • Professional development and training support
  • Relocation assistance may be available

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