Senior Electrical Distribution Systems Engineer

  • Triumph Motorcycles
  • Hinckley, Leicestershire
  • 13/06/2026
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Job Description

Senior Electrical Distribution Systems Engineer

Senior Electrical Distribution Systems Engineer position at Triumph Motorcycles.

Company Benefits:

  • Additional Annual Leave
  • Pension Scheme
  • Life Assurance Scheme - currently 6 x pensionable salary.
  • Preferential rates for medical insurance with a third-party provider.
  • Employee Motorcycle Purchase Scheme - on successful completion of the probation period (minimum of 6 months), we offer employees and their close family the opportunity to purchase a brand new Triumph Motorcycle with up to 25% discount.
  • Employee Motorcycle Lease Scheme
  • Discounted Clothing, Parts and Accessories Purchases
  • Company benefits platform, allowing discounts with multiple vendors.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Lead EDS (Electrical Distribution System) delivery for new bike models and variants.
  • Design and develop whole vehicle electrical distribution systems using Vesys 2.0 / Capital Essentials, releasing designs via PLM systems.
  • Interpret technical specifications and define EDS architectures, including relays, fuses, wiring and hardware.
  • Collaborate with mechanical/chassis engineering teams to define wiring harness layouts and ensure effective vehicle integration.
  • Create and maintain 2D harness designs, ensuring alignment between circuit and layout designs.
  • Track electrical project progress, risks and issues, working closely with project managers and cross functional teams (manufacturing, chassis, powertrain, systems).
  • Lead internal project reviews and provide clear status updates to stakeholders.
  • Support EMC design and vehicle level testing, including coordination of validation and sign off activities.
  • Work with global suppliers to support timely delivery of components and introduce new suppliers where needed.
  • Support prototype and production build phases, ensuring timely resolution of electrical issues.
  • Drive continuous improvement across design processes, supplier performance, quality and efficiency.

Skills & Experience Required:

  • BEng or MEng in Electrical / Electronic engineering or have an HND level qualification and proven relevant experience.
  • Proficient in 2D and circuit EDS design using Vesys 2.0 Design and Harness (or Capital Harness).
  • High level awareness of automotive electrical architectures and latest technological developments (within the public domain).
  • Desirable: Knowledge of CAN communication and familiarity with tools such as CANalyser/CANoe (or similar).
  • Previous experience of working within an automotive / manufacturing / industrial environment.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 39hrs per week.