Job Description

About Us:

Merlin Power is a leading supplier of electrical power products and systems to the marine, specialist vehicle and defence industries. With over 35 years in business, our systems have been fitted to everything from Formula 1 Trucks to front-line Main Battle Tanks and surveillance vehicles to yachts.

Role Overview:

The industry is experiencing explosive growth and Merlin is positioning itself to take advantage of this and expand. The technical abilities and resources within the company are vital to fueling this growth and the Company is now looking for a Project Engineer to provide a leading role within the engineering department.

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer with a strong background in automotive engineering to lead engineering projects from concept through to delivery. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with project management skills and be proficient in Solidworks to support design and development activities.

This role requires close collaboration with our sales team to scope new projects, define requirements, and ensure successful design, development, and delivery of electrical power systems.

Responsibilities include:

Lead engineering projects from initial concept through to final delivery.

Collaborate with the sales team to define project requirements and scope.

Develop and review technical designs using Solidworks.

Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure successful delivery.

Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure technical and commercial alignment.

Provide engineering input into tenders, quotations, and technical documentation.

Ensure all project activities comply with quality standards, health & safety, and industry regulations.

Drive continuous improvement in design and project processes.

Qualifications & Experience

Degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline. (Evidence of equivalent degree-level experience considered).

Extensive experience working on engineering projects within the automotive or related sectors.

Proven track record of leading and managing engineering projects.

Strong proficiency in Solidworks for design and development.

Familiarity with electrical power systems is highly desirable.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Strong problem-solving ability and technical decision-making capability.

Experience working with multidisciplinary teams across engineering and sales functions.

Person Specification:

Skills and Experience:

Proactive, organised, and results-driven.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across teams and with clients.

Detail-oriented while maintaining a strategic view of project delivery.

Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Full UK driving license preferred.

Reporting to our Technical Director.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary 45,000 plus a competitive group commission/bonus scheme, providing the opportunity to increase your earnings based on performance. This program rewards your dedication and contribution to our success

25 days + bank holidays per year

Early finish Friday (Mon-Thurs 0830-1730, Fri 0830-1400)

Flexible working policy

Statutory sick pay

Company pension

Location: Based at our Exeter HQ.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Merlin Power is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who meet the person specification for this role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Exeter EX5 1SA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person