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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Design Engineer - **Company:** Holt Engineering - **Location:** Redditch, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Microsoft Office, Verification and Validation (Software), Strategies of Testing, SC Clearance - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/jobad/gb37cce0c0520f16e91586bd7aaf71ea5e ## About the Role * Experience in a Systems Engineering environment, ideally defence-related * Designing products for harsh environments - i.e. shock, vibration, thermal extremes - working knowledge of Military Specifications and Standards is a benefit * Extensive knowledge of Electrical / Electronic / Computer components and systems * Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals, processes, and standards * Good understanding of EMC, particularly in systems design * Experience of designing for longevity and useability / through-life support, for example consideration of Human Factors and Integrated Logistics Support requirements * Competent at producing accurate and professional documentation * Understands the need for configuration control, change management and security marking aspects of all types of documentation and drawings * Experienced in managing own work and able to prioritise tasks to meet milestones * Working in a multi-disciplined environment (mechanical, electrical, electronic, safety, human factors, security, software etc.) * Good attention to detail, conscientious, and takes pride in work * Able to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative * Fully conversant with Microsoft Office Suite * Due to the nature of the work carried out, all applicants must be eligible for SC Clearance The following would be advantageous but are not essential: * Knowledge of EU/UK safety and CE regulations would be an asset ## Description My client, a full system life-cycle manufacturer of secure communication systems, antennas, image technology and embedded computing are looking for a Senior Systems Design Engineer to join their growing team in Redditch. Their products can be found transmitting high bandwidth data across hostile terrain, enabling secure ticket sales on trains, processing colossal amounts of data or gathering scientific insight in the cold and crushing depths of the ocean floor! Senior Design Engineer Key Responsibilities * Evaluate and interpret project technical requirements to develop concept architectures / designs. * Design and develop hardware solutions, from concept through to qualification / implementation / integration. * Ensure all customer requirements are met throughout the development process, to demonstrate fulfilment of Verification and Validation activities. * Support the development of test strategies and plans for formal qualification testing (including shock, vibration, EMC, Safety etc.) * Produce and maintain any required design documentation. * Play an active role in key milestone events such as Design Reviews, both internal and customer facing * Support the build of initial prototypes / qualification systems. * Supporting other Systems Engineering Team members with design information as required * Knowledge of Project, Systems Engineering and Business lifecycles, with an understanding of Engineering activities at each stage of the lifecycle * Provide support, as required, to other areas of the Business. * Work with external suppliers and manufacturers; maintaining strong working relationships. ## Related Videos - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Breaking the Hardware Mindset: Overcoming Barriers to System-Level Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1635-breaking-the-hardware-mindset-overcoming-barriers-to-system-level-innovation) - [Automated Driving - Why is it so hard to introduce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/628-automated-driving-why-is-it-so-hard-to-introduce) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [How to Domain Model – An example from manufacturing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/742-how-to-domain-model-an-example-from-manufacturing) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette)