Holt Engineering Ltd

Holt Engineering Ltd is seeking a Systems Engineer in Farnborough to lead multidisciplinary product development projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a degree in Engineering or related fields. You will be responsible for defining system architectures, managing requirements, and producing technical documentation. This role involves collaboration across hardware, software, and mechanical teams within a growing organization in the defence sector. Salary is competitive at £70,000 plus a bonus.

Location Farnborough, England Sector Defence & Military Salary £60,000.00 to £70,000.00 per annum Systems Engineer (Product Development) Location: Hampshire Sector: Technology and Communications/ Defence Salary: £70,000 Plus a Bonus Security Clearance: You must be eligible to obtain UK SC Clearance Holt Engineering is representing a leading technology organisation operating within the cyber security, information assurance and secure communications sectors. Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, our client is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the development of innovative, high assurance products used within secure and mission critical environments. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex multidisciplinary projects involving hardware, software, FPGA and mechanical engineering teams, helping to deliver cutting edge technology solutions from concept through to deployment. The Role As a Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in defining and delivering technical solutions across multiple product development programmes. Working closely with engineering teams and project stakeholders, you will help translate customer requirements into robust system architectures and product designs. The role combines technical leadership, systems engineering and product development, offering exposure across the entire engineering lifecycle. You will also contribute to customer proposals, technical planning and solution development activities. Key Responsibilities Lead and support systems engineering activities across product development projects. Capture, analyse and manage technical requirements across multiple engineering disciplines. Define system architectures and technical solutions that meet customer and programme requirements. Work closely with hardware, software, FPGA and mechanical engineering teams to ensure coherent system design. Support product development from initial concept through design, integration, verification and validation. Collaborate with project managers to ensure successful delivery against cost, schedule and performance objectives. Participate in customer discussions to clarify requirements and ensure solutions meet operational needs. Produce clear and concise technical documentation throughout the project lifecycle. Provide technical support for bids, proposals and future business opportunities. Requirements Degree qualified in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or a related technical discipline. Minimum of 5 years' industrial experience in a relevant engineering environment. Experience working across the systems engineering lifecycle, including: Requirements management System architecture and design Verification and validation Product development processes Strong understanding of multidisciplinary engineering environments. Technical expertise in at least one engineering discipline, with a broad appreciation of others. Excellent communication and technical documentation skills. Sole British nationality and the ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC). Desirable Skills Experience using DOORS or similar requirements management tools. Knowledge of systems modelling languages such as UML or SysML. Experience with systems engineering techniques including use case analysis and trade studies. Experience supporting technical bids, proposals and project estimation activities. Understanding of mechanical integration and environmental qualification processes. Strong analytical and problem solving abilities. Ability to manage complexity, uncertainty and competing technical priorities. Demonstrable systems thinking approach and ability to identify and resolve technical risks. Ideal Background An experienced Systems Engineer looking to work on complex, high assurance products. An Electronics Engineer seeking broader technical responsibility. A Software Engineer interested in moving into systems architecture and product development. Engineers with experience in defence, aerospace, cyber security, communications or other highly regulated industries. What's on Offer Opportunity to work on cutting edge secure technology programmes. Exposure to complex multidisciplinary engineering projects. Involvement across the full product development lifecycle. Collaborative engineering environment with excellent technical challenges. Long term career progression within a growing and innovative organisation.

Holt Engineering Ltd in Havant seeks a Hydraulic Systems Engineer to join a fast-paced design team. The role involves designing and optimising hydraulic systems for marine winches and related equipment, integrating with various teams, and engaging with customers to deliver high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in hydraulic system design, experience with marine equipment, and practical problem-solving skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £50,000.

Hydraulic Systems Engineer Havant, Hampshire £40,000 - £50,000 We are looking for a skilled and practical Hydraulic Systems Engineer to join a busy and fast paced design team in Havant. This is a great opportunity to work on innovative marine hydraulic systems, supporting the design, development, testing, and delivery of high quality solutions from concept through to commissioning. The role will suit someone with a strong background in hydraulic systems design and troubleshooting, who is comfortable working across engineering, production, project, and service functions. You will play a key role in delivering technically robust, reliable, and cost effective hydraulic solutions for marine applications. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and optimise hydraulic systems for marine winches, windlasses, and related equipment. Specify and size hydraulic components including pumps, motors, valves, manifolds, cylinders, accumulators, filtration, and pipework. Support both new product development and legacy system upgrades, redesigns, and obsolescence management. Work closely with mechanical, electrical, project, production, and service teams to ensure effective system integration. Engage directly with customers and yards to understand requirements and provide practical engineering solutions. Provide hands on support during build, assembly, testing, installation, and commissioning. Define and witness FAT/HAT testing, then analyse results to refine and improve system performance. Produce and maintain hydraulic schematics, technical drawings, BOMs, specifications, and test reports. Support project delivery, technical risk management, change control, and post delivery service activity. Drive continuous improvement in system reliability, sustainability, and maintainability. What We're Looking For Strong understanding of hydraulic system design, analysis, and troubleshooting. Experience with marine winches, windlasses, or similar heavy duty hydraulic equipment would be highly desirable. Ability to interpret classification society rules and relevant industry standards. Experience producing hydraulic schematics and technical documentation. Practical, hands on approach with a willingness to support build and test activity. Good problem solving skills, attention to detail, and ownership of outcomes. Confident communicator, able to work with technical and non technical stakeholders. Experience with Creo and AutoCAD would be an advantage. Project management experience and a background in cross functional teamwork would be beneficial. To find out more please contact Max Sinclair at or hit apply.

Holt Engineering Ltd is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer for a role based in Redhill, England. This position involves designing and configuring systems for MoD projects and requires a strong background in networking and communications systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in secure environments and hold a degree in Engineering or ICT. The salary ranges from £40,000 to £45,000 per annum. Successful candidates must be eligible for DV Security Clearance and possess strong communication, organizational, and technical skills.

Overview Electrical Hardware Engineer - Location: Crawley, West Sussex; Salary: Competitive based on experience; Hours: Mon - Fri 40 hours p/w We are looking for a talented Electrical Hardware Engineer to join a growing aerospace business developing advanced flight simulator systems. This is a great opportunity to work on innovative hardware solutions in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Responsibilities Design electrical hardware solutions for flight simulator systems. Produce schematics, technical specifications, and supporting documentation. Work with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions. Test, validate, and troubleshoot hardware systems. Support supplier engagement and component integration. Mentor junior engineers where required. Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to customer expectations. About You Proven experience in hardware engineering, with a focus on electrical systems development with a methodical approach to electrical design thorough documentation and traceability Strong experience in an electrical design role, ideally within the simulation, aerospace, defence, or capital equipment sectors Demonstrable experience designing three-phase and single-phase power distribution systems, including switchgear selection, protection coordination, and cable sizing calculations Proficiency in electrical CAD tools for schematic capture, wiring diagram production, and panel layout Practical understanding of EMC principles, including shielding, filtering, grounding for EMC, cable segregation, and experience supporting or leading EMC test campaigns Experience with computing system electrical integration, including rack power distribution, cooling provisions, and high-density signal/data cabling Sound knowledge of BS 7671, the Low Voltage Directive, EMC Directive, and applicable harmonised standards Desirable Chartered Engineer status or working towards it 18th Edition Wiring Regulations Experience in aerospace, avionics, or flight simulation Benefits Pension matched up to 7% Bonus 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private medical insurance Life assurance Employee assistance programme Holiday buy/sell scheme Retail and leisure discounts To find out more please contact Max Sinclair