Systems Design Engineer
North Devon
Permanent 
Salary DOE 
 
Overview
A key member of the Design Engineering team, responsible for supporting the full product lifecycle—from concept through to compliance—by producing high-quality systems engineering documentation.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Analyse customer documentation to capture and define system requirements.
• Develop initial design documentation, including:
  • Design specifications
  • System architecture diagrams
  • Project plans (development, verification, safety)
• Collaborate cross-functionally to compile proposals and cost estimates.
• Generate Bills of Materials using the company ERP system.
• Produce design validation and compliance documentation:
  • Factory Acceptance Test plans
  • Design proving reports
  • Final compliance matrices and qualification test reports
• Coordinate environmental and EMC testing at certified facilities (some domestic travel may be required).
• Maintain adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental standards, promoting a zero-harm culture.
• Liaise effectively with customers and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.

Core Requirements

• Degree in a technical discipline (HND with relevant experience may be considered).
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and ability to communicate technical concepts.
• Proficient in MS Office and project planning tools.
• Proven experience in systems engineering for small to medium-sized development projects.
• Familiarity with project management tools and techniques (e.g., Gantt charts).

Desirable Skills

• Experience with:
  • DOORS Requirements Management
  • SolidWorks 3D CAD
  • Altium PCB Design
• 2-5 years managing complex, multi-disciplinary design projects.