EDS Engineer

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  • Jul 19, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Our client is a globally recognised engineering and manufacturing organisation at the forefront of innovation within the off-highway vehicle industry. Renowned for designing and producing world-class machinery, they continue to invest heavily in advanced technologies, electrification and sustainable engineering solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team working on the development of next-generation products that are shaping the future of the industry.

Key Responsibilities

As an EDS Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and developing electrical systems for future vehicle platforms, ensuring they meet the performance, safety and reliability standards expected in demanding off-highway environments.
  • Designing and developing 12V, 24V and high-voltage (up to 600V) electrical systems for heavy-duty vehicles.

  • Creating and maintaining vehicle wiring harnesses using CAD tools such as Zuken E3 and Siemens NX.

  • Supporting the development of electrical and electronic system architectures.

  • Specifying electrical and electronic components for vehicle applications.

  • Applying safety-critical design principles throughout the development lifecycle.

  • Planning and carrying out testing and validation of electrical systems and components.

  • Producing technical specifications, engineering standards and installation documentation.

  • Conducting electrical system and installation reviews to ensure compliance with engineering and legislative standards.

  • Building and maintaining development and validation rigs.

  • Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver innovative vehicle solutions.

Qualifications & Experience

  • A minimum HND (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related engineering discipline.

  • Experience in automotive, commercial vehicle or off-highway electrical system design.

  • A strong understanding of vehicle electrical architectures, wiring harnesses and electrical distribution systems.

  • Experience with electrical diagnostics, fault finding and circuit analysis.

  • Knowledge of vehicle legislation and engineering standards across UK, European and international markets.

  • Experience with Zuken E3 and Siemens NX is desirable but not essential.

  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

  • A proactive approach and a passion for developing innovative engineering solutions.

Summary

This is an excellent opportunity to join an industry-leading engineering business where you'll contribute to the design and development of next-generation off-highway vehicles. You'll work on cutting-edge electrical systems, collaborate with highly skilled engineering teams and have the opportunity to further develop your technical expertise while playing a key role in delivering innovative products to a global market.